The Puma, a contender for the 2026 Kentucky Derby, boasts Tapit in its pedigree. Tapit is recognized as one of the most successful sires in horse racing, with earnings of $220 million.
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The Puma is part of the right family tree.
One of the favorites in the 2026 Kentucky Derby, The Puma can claim Tapit as part of his pedigree.
The numbers show that to be a very good place to be, as Tapit has a case as one of the best sires in horse racing history.
The aforementioned Tapit is a grandfather of The Puma.
The Puma's father is Essential Quality, who won both the Belmont Stakes and the Travers Stakes in 2021.
The Puma's mother is Eve of War. She had two wins in seven career starts.
Tapit is the notable grandparent here for The Puma -- according to Blood Horse, Tapit's progeny have more than $220 million in earnings.
The Puma's other grandfather horse is Declaration of War, who placed third in the 2013 Breeders' Cup Classic.
And while we're digging into this -- Tapit's family tree includes the likes of A.P. Indy, Seattle Slew and yes, as most of this Derby's horses do, Secretarait.
This is certainly the kind of gene pool you want The Puma to draw from.
The Puma includes Tapit in its pedigree, which enhances its status as a strong contender for the 2026 Kentucky Derby.
Tapit has achieved earnings of $220 million, making him one of the most successful sires in horse racing history.
Tapit is considered one of the best sires due to his significant earnings and the successful lineage of horses he has produced.
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