BH 100: Leading Sires: Part I
Nasrullah and his son, Bold Ruler, dominated the sire list for nearly 20 years
Nasrullah
News, Articles, Videos and other content about Nasrullah
The Legacy of Not For Love
Maryland sire has set the stage for the A.P. Indy sire line
Pedigree Analysis: Caro
Caro stands at the head of an American sire line being kept alive by his great-great-grandson Uncle Mo, the current leader of the freshman and 2-year-old sire lists.
Pedigree Analysis: Nasrullah
A son of the brilliant Italian champion Nearco, Nasrullah was one of a cluster of important sires from his immediate family.
The International Influence of Blushing Groom
Blushing Groom was brilliant on the track and one of the greatest international sires ever brought to America.
The Influence of Bold Ruler
Once upon a time there was a brave young prince named Bold Ruler, who became the greatest stallion of his time.
International Pedigree That's Pretty Unusual
It's unusual for a runner to cross the finish line before a champion, unusual for any horse to have ancestors from 6 nations in her 3rd generation, and definitely Pretty Unusual to fit both of these descriptions.
BC Pedigree Profile: Henrythenavigator
Kingmambo excelled at a mile on the track but his offspring have shown a mix of speed and stamina. Henrythenavigator, a three-time group I winner, is among Europe's leading milers this year. He is the sixth group winner and third classic winner produced from the cross of Kingmambo with Sadler's Wells daughters.
Silmaril Was a Hardy Campaigner
MAHUBAH'S CORNER, by Avalyn Hunter
Most veteran campaigners at the racetrack are geldings. So a mare that proves hardy enough to run in stakes company year after year is something truly special. Such is the case with Silmaril, who retired from racing Jan. 12 after winning the What a Summer Stakes at Laurel Park. The daughter of Diamond was a stakes winner for five consecutive years and retired as Maryland's 17th equine millionaire. Now, her future as a broodmare is wide open.
Fifty Years of Nasrullah, continued
Fifty Years of Nasrullah
Nasrullah, produced from the Blenheim II mare Mumtaz Begum, posted a remarkable 25% stakes winners from foals from his first crop.
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