(Nureyev - Tree Of Knowledge (Sassafras))
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- 1982 foal. Owned by B. Firestone and trained in Ireland by DK Weld at 2-3yo before tranferring to the US after running in the Breeders' Cup Turf. Won ten races from 8.5f to 12f between 2yo to 5yo. Won maiden race in Irelandat 2yo and the 10f Group 2 Derrinstoen Trial before being unplaced in the Derby and placed in the Irish Derby. Older Grade 1 winner on Turf in US including the Man O'War Stakes and the Breeders' Cup Turf.
- To stud in US in 1988 and a very ood career and reputation and still active in 2005 at a fee of $50,000. European Group winners include Royal Anthem (10f Group 1), Zagreb (Irish Derby) and Marchand De Sable (10f Group 1 at 2yo).
- Mixed record with small groups of British raced 2yos and a declining record in the period 2002-5 with only 4 winners from 27 runners although another eight have shown placed form (often in later season maidens). In general gets runners and wins over 7f or longer but can get 6f wins after mid-season.
- Three yearlings sold at British & Irish sales in 2005 with the fillies averaging over 90,000 gns.
- 2005 to 2010 Wins List.