Slideshow: Claimers to Grade I Winners
A visual look at ex-claimers who became grade I winners, including Princequillo, Stymie, Lava Man, and more. A companion to the article in the February 14 edition of The Blood-Horse. view slideshow
Iotapa
- Dark Bay or Brown Filly
- Born 2010
- KY-Bred
Anne M. Eberhardt
Caption: Iotapa Scenes at Santa Anita on Oct. 27, 2014, in preparation for Breeders' Cup in California. 1Origs10_28_14 image248 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Iotapa was claimed for $50,000 in the 3rd race at Hollywood Park on June 21, 2012. She became a dual Grade I winner including the $300,000 Vanity Stakes at Santa Anita Park pictured here.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Vanity.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Vanity.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Vanity.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Vanity.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Vanity.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Santa Maria Stakes.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Santa Maria Stakes.
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Iotapa wins the 2014 Santa Maria Stakes.
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Iotapa finishes strong to win the Clement L. Hirsch Stakes.
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Iotapa won the Vanity by 10 1/4 lengths on June 14.
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Iotapa runs away from the competition in the Vanity Stakes at Santa Anita Park.
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Iotapa won the 2014 Santa Maria Stakes.
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Iotapa flies home to win the Santa Maria Stakes.
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Iotapa won the 2014 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes.
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Keeneland November: Day 1 Recap
Ian Tapp recaps Day 1 of the Keeneland November breeding stock sale, including comments by M. V. Magnier about session-topper Naples Bay, and comments from Geoffrey Russell, Keeneland Director of Sales. Watch Video
Seven Millionaires Launch Keeneland November
Led by $3.6 million Naples Bay, Medaglia d'Oro's half sister in foal to War Front, Keeneland November's opening session sold more seven-figure horses but had lower figures overall than last year.
Keeneland Nov. Sale 2014 - Hip 106 - Iotapa
Multiple grade I winner Iotapa lit up the bid board at the Nov. 4 first session of the Keeneland November breeding stock sale when she was bought by the China Horse Club for $2.8 million.
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Multiple grade I winner Iotapa lit up the bid board at the Nov. 4 first session of the Keeneland November breeding stock sale when she was bought by the China Horse Club for $2.8 million.
Iotapa's Dam Fetches $2M at Fasig-Tipton
Concinnous, dam of two-time grade I winner Iotapa, brought $2 million from Bridlewood Farm at the Fasig-Tipton November sale Nov. 3 in Lexington.
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Iotapa Could Take Hronis From Claim to Fame
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No Off Day for 3-Year-Olds Tonalist, Bayern
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Champion Beholder Defends Zenyatta Crown
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Beholder, Iotapa Lock Horns in Zenyatta
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Iotapa Earns Second Grade I Tally in Hirsch
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Clement Hirsch: Iotapa After BC Distaff Slot
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Front-Running Iotapa Has Vanity All Her Way
Front-running Iotapa, bouncing back from disappointing effort at Churchill Downs, left the favorites behind with a superb effort in the $300,000 Vanity Stakes (gr. I) June 14 at Santa Anita Park.
Grace Hall Continues Her Comeback in Vanity
Grade I winner Grace Hall, a good second in her initial start in 13 months for trainer Bill Mott, ships to Southern California to take on a well-matched field in the $300,000 Vanity Stakes (gr. I) June 14 at Santa Anita Park.
Judy the Beauty Looks Tough in Humana Distaff
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Let Faith Arise Puts Santa Margarita On Ice
Seeking her first graded stakes win, Let Faith Arise put away pace rivals Fiftyshadesofhay and Iotapa in the stretch to win the $350,000 Santa Margarita Stakes (gr. I) March 15 at Santa Anita Park.
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Iotapa Heads Tough Lineup in Santa Margarita
After breaking through with her first graded stakes win one month ago, Iotapa seeks grade I glory when facing seven other older fillies and mares in the $350,000 Santa Margarita Stakes March 15 at Santa Anita Park.
Consistent Iotapa Rewarded in Santa Maria Win
Graded stakes-placed four times previously in her career, Iotapa broke through with a front-running tally in the $200,000 Santa Maria Stakes (gr. II) Feb. 15 at Santa Anita Park.
Fiftyshadesofhay Heads Santa Maria Field
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Scherzinger Slips Inside for Santa Monica Win
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Santa Monica Swan Song for Teddy's Promise
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Wishing Gate Swings Clear in San Clemente
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Unusual Way Part of Well-Matched San Clemente
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Doinghardtimeagain Cracks Hollywood Oaks
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Small Field Greets Iotapa in Hollywood Oaks
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Beholder Punches Ticket to Kentucky Oaks
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Beholder Faces Five in Santa Anita Oaks
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Connections
| Trainer | John W. Sadler |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Joseph Talamo |
| Owner | Hronis Racing LLC |
| Breeder | GEM INC., Bajer & O'Hara |
Pedigree
| Iotapa View Five-Cross Pedigree | Afleet Alex | Northern Afleet |
| Maggy Hawk | ||
| Concinnous | El Corredor | |
| Wild Jewel |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEENOV2014 Hip 106 |
Racing or broodmare prospect | China Horse Club | Lane's End, agent | $2,800,000 |
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