Runners with graded stakes-winning dams have shown to have a higher chance of success at the graded level, and several foals out of grade 1 winners by top stallions are offered on Day 1 of Book 1 of the Keeneland September Yearling Sale Sept. 14.
Scandinavia may or may not be suffering from the dreaded Ballydoyle bug but the very best invariably find a way to win even if they aren't at their best, and there was a strong hint of that as he got the job done in the Irish St Leger (G1).
Folsom Blues produced a stunning performance in the Sept. 13 Vincent O'Brien National Stakes (G1) at the Curragh, charging 6 lengths clear of Monogram to seal a one-two for Joseph O'Brien.
Moments after Aidan O'Brien went public about a low-grade infection that has been impacting some of his horses' performances in recent months, Sun Goddess belied any concerns with another emphatic display in the Sept. 13 Moyglare Stud Stakes (G1).
Comanche Brave backed up his stylish success in the July Cup (G1) at Newmarket with an even silkier performance in the Flying Five Stakes (G1) Sept. 13 at the Curragh, bursting clear for a decisive victory over American Affair.
Sheza Alibi showed she was well and truly on the path to greatness when she stormed to a breathtakingly dominant victory in the Sept. 12 Makybe Diva Stakes (G1).