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2026 Belmont Stakes Recap: Kentucky Derby champion Golden Tempo (6-1) delivers a historic performance at Saratoga, charging from off the pace to capture the final jewel of the classics.
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Golden Tempo

OPI Elite Database Scouting Report ID: #25838

Contender Vitals

OPI: 118.2
Pedigree Index
5.8
Sire: Curlin
Competitive Grade
120
Recent Speed Fig
91

Scout’s Notebook

SIRE: Curlin DAM: Carrumba OPI PEDIGREE INDEX: 5.8

Technical Analysis: Golden Tempo carries an OPI Pedigree Index of 5.8, largely derived from the influence of Curlin. Speed-oriented influence; projects best at sprint to middle-distance (7f - 1 1/16m). Based on current metrics, the OPI score validates this runner's capability at the current competitive grade.

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Career OPI History

Race Event Style OPI Grade Speed Finish OPI Verdict Action
Belmont Stakes closer 98.2 A+ 105 1 Real Winner: Proven at class and distance. VIEW LOGIC
Kentucky Derby closer 87.2 B 100 1 Swung wide top of the stretch, strong finish from last to first. VIEW LOGIC
Louisiana Derby closer 118.2 120 91 3 Validated the OPI score. Professional effort despite a wide trip. VIEW LOGIC

OPI Strategic Intelligence

Speed & Velocity

With a Recent Speed Figure of 105, this runner is currently performing at a high-elite level. This figure was most recently validated in the Belmont Stakes .

Class & Competition

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

Pedigree Ceiling

The OPI Pedigree Index of 9.5 suggests this horse has the genetic foundation for Classic distances (1 1/4 miles).

Handicapper's Rationale

"The history-making Kentucky Derby winner skipped Baltimore under Cherie DeVaux's blueprint to rest specifically for the classic finale. Draws the outside post 9 with Jose Ortiz. Boasts a field-high 105 Recent Speed Figure. His tactical tracking flexibility will be lethal over the 10-furlong Saratoga oval."

Overall Assessment: Elite Contender / Primary A-Level Play.
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OPI Performance Scorecard

WIN RATE 67%
IN THE MONEY 100%

OPI Analyzed: 3

Official Starts: 3

Total Wins: 2

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