Junior fans saddle up with Vadashan in initiative to develop the interest of young people in racing Vadashan will wear new colours in an initiative to encourage young people on the fringe of racing who may be considering racehorse ownership in the future. VADASHAN will be wearing a new set of colours on his path towards the Group 1 Australian Derby after a deal was stuck with Young Professionals In Racing yesterday. Owners Arrowfield Stud, Saeed Naser Al Romaithi and Renata Coleman have agreed to allow YPR, a group aimed at developing the interest of young racing fans, to use their silks on the unbeaten colt in a bid to help promote their initiative. The partnership doesn't require YPR to pay any costs, but they won't be eligible for prizemoney. Instead, members will be updated on the horse's progress, gain an insight into racehorse ownership and be able to attend trackwork. Select YPR members will enjoy the privileges of race day when Vadashan is running. "This is a fantastic opportunity for young people on the fringe of racing who may be considering racehorse ownership in the future," YPR chair Kathryn Thomson said. YPR's involvement with Vadashan provides a social and educational alternative to the sometimes daunting responsibilities associated with racehorse ownership, yet enables members to experience all the excitement of racing a horse they feel connected to.