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Originally Posted by miraja2
I like Aptitude. He might not be the next "great sire" because I'm not sure how versitile his progeny will be, but I love his chances to be a great classic-race sire. His own pedigree (by AP Indy - out of a Northern Dancer mare), and his success at classic distances (remember his romp in the JCGC!) make me think he will produce a lot of horses that love to run beyond 9f on the dirt.
I think Steppenwolfer may be the first of several Aptitude colts that are factors on the TC trail, and if he stays healthy I bet Steppenwolfer has a nice career in the handicap division just like his old man.
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He's got some good turf performers thus far, so maybe keep an eye on him as far as that goes. I loved Aptitude - Alex Solis' ride in the Belmont against Commendable was a disgraceful performance which I won't soon forgive or forget. Aptitude should have won that race by open lengths. In any case, I hope you're right about him - he looks also to have a nice 2 year old who won his debut at Lone Star (forgot his name, though........)