Birdstone...

[Linny]

Originally Posted by ateamstupid

Pretty sure that Distorted Humor and Elusive Quality were already established sires before their dual classic winners. But yes, Birdstone has been a pleasant surprise this season. Good luck.

EQ and DH both got classic winners in their first crops. DH is was decent but not outstanding 7f horse so a Derby/ Preakness winner in his first crop was a shock. I think his initial season as stud his fee was about $7500. He becan his career in KY, but WinStar (whose principals had just bought the business, including DH) promoted him all over, doing foal shares and other stuff.
EQ was a rocket at 7-8f on turf and had a champion Euro 2yo in his first crop but again, a Derby/Preakness winner from him was a shock.