Helikaon, Infinity World, Kid Shelleen, Lapsus, Rico Suave, Scarlet Witch, Simply Charming. Together, they comprise the best 3yo crop I have ever had... by a wide margin.
Helikaon (12-5-1-5) is a classic-style racer who has never finished out of the money. When his career is over, he will carry on as a stallion, filling the niche that War Machine currently fills.
Infinity World (13-3-2-2) has a little more distance in him than Helikaon and has proven to be a very consistent performer.
Kid Shelleen (11-1-4-2) has better talent than is reflected in his record. Just recently broke his maiden, and we expect nothing but good things from him going forward.
Lapsus (12-5-3-1) might be the best of the lot. His PSR's are not as gaudy, but he appears to be a opportunistic, big-money winner with earnings of $1.2M in his last three races.
Rico Suave (10-3-4-1) is the distance stud. Hasn't sprung for the big win yet, but finished 2nd in the Kentucky Derby and 2nd in the Belmont.
Scarlet Witch (10-2-3-1) is a slow starter with a killer finishing kick. Definitely will stay on as a broodmare when her racing career is over.
Simply Charming (12-8-1-1) has the eye-popping record. Questions about her ability in higher graded races were answered with her win in the GR1 Test Stakes. Upward and onward for her.
Five of the seven are home grown and their combined record is 80-27-18-13. I'll take that.
2 comments:
Bit like me Jim - some years it just clicks better with the breeding!
Amanda
Isn't that the truth? I've had breeding seasons where I couldn't produce a horse that was even worth the hay to feed it.
In fact, my current 2yo's look a little suspect. I hope someone will step up so the batch isn't a total loss...
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