What is Bull by the Horns's OPI Score?

Bull by the Horns currently holds an Overall Performance Index (OPI) of 80.4.

Who sired Bull by the Horns?

Bull by the Horns was sired by Essential Quality.

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Bull by the Horns

OPI Elite Database • Scouting Report ID: #25978

Contender Vitals

OPI: 80.4

Pedigree Index

8.8

Sire: Essential Quality

Competitive Grade

Recent Speed Fig

Scout’s Notebook

SIRE: Essential Quality DAM: No Sweat OPI PEDIGREE INDEX: 8.8

Technical Analysis: Bull by the Horns carries an OPI Pedigree Index of 8.8, largely derived from the influence of Essential Quality. Balanced stamina and speed; ideal for 1 1/16 to 1 1/8 mile routes. Based on current metrics, the OPI score validates this runner's capability at the current competitive grade.

Career OPI History

Race Event	Style	OPI	Grade	Speed	Finish	OPI Verdict	Action
Preakness Stakes	stalker	80.4	C	85	6	Mid-pack: Matched competitive grade.	VIEW LOGIC

OPI Strategic Intelligence

Speed & Velocity

With a Recent Speed Figure of 85, this runner is currently performing at a competitive level. This figure was most recently validated in the Preakness Stakes .

Class & Competition

Assigned a Competitive Grade of C. This metric reflects the horse's ability to maintain performance levels when facing established stakes-quality fields.

Pedigree Ceiling

The OPI Pedigree Index of 8.8 suggests this horse has the genetic foundation for Middle-distance sprints/routes.

Handicapper's Rationale

"Synthetic specialist. Dirt speed figures are well below the average winning speed for this grade."

Overall Assessment: Situational Play / Monitor Track Bias.

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