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This article is about the racehorse. For other uses, see Unbridled (disambiguation).
Unbridled
SireFappiano
GrandsireMr. Prospector
DamGana Facil
DamsireLe Fabuleux
SexStallion
FoaledMarch 5, 1987[1]
DiedOctober 18, 2001(2001-10-18) (aged 14)
CountryUnited States
ColorBay
BreederTartan Stable
OwnerFrances A. Genter
TrainerCarl Nafzger
Record24: 8-6-6
Earnings$4,489,475
Major wins
What a Pleasure Stakes 1989
Florida Derby (1990)
Deputy Minister Handicap (1991)

Breeders' Cup wins:
Breeders' Cup Classic (1990)

U.S. Triple Crown wins:
Kentucky Derby (1990)

Awards
U.S. Champion 3-Yr-Old Colt (1990)
Honors
Unbridled Stakes at Calder Race Course

Unbridled (March 5, 1987 – October 18, 2001) was a champion American Thoroughbred racehorse who won the 1990 Kentucky Derby and Breeders' Cup Classic.

He retired with a career record of eight wins, six places, and six shows in 24 starts, and $4,489,475 in career earnings. Unbridled had a rivalry with Summer Squall over their three and four-year-old seasons. Summer Squall defeated Unbridled in four of their six meetings.[2]

Background

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Unbridled was a bay horse with a broad white blaze bred in Florida by Tartan Stable

He was sired by Fappiano (10 wins in 17 starts), by Mr. Prospector, and his dam was Gana Facil, by Le Fabuleux. Gana Facil was descended from Magic, a half-sister to both the champion sprinter Ta Wee and Dr Fager.[3]

Racing career

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In 1987, Trainer Tony Barnard was given charge of and broke Unbridled, at Tartan Farms, in Ocala, Florida.[4][5] In 1989, at age two, Unbridled won the What A Pleasure Stakes and placed in all six of his starts. At age three, ridden by jockey Pat Day, he won the Grade I Florida Derby by four lengths, then finished second behind Summer Squall in the Blue Grass Stakes. He then won America's most prestigious race, the Kentucky Derby, by 3½ lengths with jockey Craig Perret, while Summer Squall finishing second. He finished second in the Preakness Stakes to Summer Squall, and finished fourth without Lasix in the Belmont Stakes to the Irish colt Go And Go. In the fall, ridden by Day, Unbridled won the 1¼ mile Breeders' Cup Classic at Belmont Park in 2:02.20 minutes. His performances for the year earned him the prestigious Eclipse Award as champion three-year-old male of 1990.

When Unbridled won the Derby, a network television camera in the Churchill Downs stands captured his trainer, Carl Nafzger, giving the horse's elderly owner, Frances Genter, a stretch call because of her poor vision. Nafzger shouted, "He's going to win! He's going to win! Oh, Mrs. Genter, I love you!"

Racing as a four-year-old, Unbridled won the Deputy Minister Handicap at Gulfstream Park and placed second behind Summer Squall in the Fayette Handicap at Keeneland Race Course. Unbridled lost four of six meetings with rival Summer Squall.

Stud record

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Unbridled sired 292 runners that produced 183 winners (38 of those stakes winners) out of 437 foals, earning over $31 million by 2000. Ten of his offspring were Grade I stakes winners, four were classic winners, and three received Eclipse Awards. Unbridled is the last Kentucky Derby winner to sire another Derby winner: Grindstone, that won the Kentucky Derby in 1996.

Unbridled is also the last stallion to have sired at least one winner in each of the American Triple Crown races (first for each listed): Grindstone, Kentucky Derby, 1996; Red Bullet, Preakness Stakes, 2000; and Empire Maker, Belmont Stakes, 2003.

Some of Unbridled's other offspring include:

  • Colts/Horses: Unbridled's Song, Eddington, Anees, Unshaded, Saarland, Mustanfar, Symphony Sid, Rebridled, Malabar Gold, Unbridled Jet, Unbridled's Image, Niigon, Greed is Good, Wheelaway, Unrestricted, Broken Vow, Pupil, and Uncoupled.
  • Fillies/Mares: Banshee Breeze, Halfbridled, Exogenous, Santa Catarina, Surya, Lady Ballade, Happily Unbridled, Boom Town Girl, Unrestrained, Manistique, and Belterra.

Unbridled was grandsire through Unbridled's Song of the filly Eight Belles, who finished second at the 2008 Kentucky Derby but broke both front pasterns at the finish and was euthanized on the track, and of the colt Arrogate, who won the 2016 Breeders' Cup Classic and placed first in the World's Best Racehorse Rankings for that year. By his daughter Oatsee, he was also the broodmare sire of Shackleford, winner of the 2011 Preakness Stakes.

One of Grindstone's foals, Birdstone, upset Smarty Jones to win the 2004 Belmont Stakes. Birdstone, in turn, sired Mine That Bird, a gelding that won the 2009 Kentucky Derby, and Summer Bird, a colt that won the 2009 Belmont Stakes. Empire Maker, which won the 2003 Belmont Stakes, sired Pioneerof the Nile, who placed behind his cousin Mine That Bird in the 2009 Kentucky Derby, and eventually sired American Pharoah, the first-ever winner of the Grand Slam of Thoroughbred racing in 2015. American Pharoah gave Unbridled the honour of four generations of Triple Crown race winners.

Death

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In September 2001, Unbridled underwent two operations at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, near Lexington, Kentucky, to be treated for intestinal issues. He underwent his first surgery on September 21, where three feet of his intestine was removed. Five days removed from the first surgery, he suffered a setback, and underwent a second surgery on September 26. Unbridled recovered again and was sent home to Claiborne Farm on October 8. On October 19, 2001, at 6:00 PM, Unbridled was euthanized at the clinic after a severe bout of colic, with his condition being deemed inoperable.[6]

Unbridled was laid to rest at Claiborne Farm.[7]

Pedigree

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Pedigree of Unbridled (USA), bay stallion, 1987[1]
Sire
Fappiano (USA)
1977 		Mr. Prospector (USA)
1970　 		Raise a Native Native Dancer
Raise You
Gold Digger Nashua
Sequence
Killaloe (USA)
1970 		Dr Fager Rough'n Tumble
Aspidistra
Grand Splendor Correlation
Cequillo
Dam
Gana Facil (USA)
1981 		Le Fabuleux (FR)
1961 		Wild Risk Rialto
Wild Violet
Anguar Verso
La Rochelle
Charedi (USA)
1976 		In Reality Intentionally
My Dear Girl
Magic Buckpasser
Aspidistra (Family: 1-r)[3]

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References

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Unbridled (March 5, 1987 – October 18, 2001) was a bay American Thoroughbred racehorse renowned for his victories in the 1990 Kentucky Derby and Breeders' Cup Classic, establishing him as a champion three-year-old colt of that year. Bred in by Tartan Farms, Unbridled was sired by Fappiano out of the mare Gana Facil and raced under the ownership of A. Genter, with Carl Nafzger as his trainer. His racing career spanned 1989 to 1991, during which he competed at major tracks including , , and , amassing a record of 8 wins, 6 seconds, and 6 thirds from 24 starts for career earnings of $4,489,475. Key victories included the , What a Pleasure Stakes, Deputy Minister Handicap, and his defining triumphs in the —where he held off Summer Squall by a neck—and the Breeders' Cup Classic at , defeating Criminal Type by 1¼ lengths to cap a remarkable season. Retired to stud at Gainesway Farm in 1992 and later relocated to Claiborne Farm in 1997, Unbridled proved exceptionally influential as a , producing 49 stakes from 10 crops, including 10 Grade 1 . Among his most notable progeny were the Grindstone (1996 ), Red Bullet (2000 ), and Empire Maker (2003 and 2003 runner-up), making Unbridled the most recent Kentucky Derby winner to sire another Derby victor. His bloodlines contributed to further success through descendants like Unbridled's Song, amplifying his legacy in breeding. Unbridled died at age 14 from complications following surgeries to remove a tumor-like mass and was buried at , where he remains celebrated for both his on-track achievements and enduring impact on American racing.

Background and Early Life

Birth and Ownership

Unbridled was foaled on March 5, 1987, at Tartan Farms in . He was bred by Tartan Farms, a prominent operation then owned by James and Virginia Binger. As a colt sired by Fappiano out of the Gana Facil, he exhibited a distinctive broad white blaze on his face, marking him as a tall and robust individual standing approximately 17 hands high. The Bingers' Tartan Farms had a storied history in breeding, producing influential sires and champions under the management of trainer John Nerud, though Unbridled represented one of the final products from the farm before its dispersal amid 's economic challenges in the late 1980s. Unbridled was consigned by Tartan-Nerud and purchased as a weanling for $70,000 by Frances A. Genter of the at the Tartan Farms dispersal auction in November 1987. Genter also acquired Unbridled's dam, Gana Facil, for $140,000 at the same auction. Genter, a longtime owner from , selected the colt under the guidance of trainer Carl Nafzger, who would oversee his development from the outset. This acquisition marked a significant for Genter, who had previously raced a by the same name in the late .

Initial Training and Development

Unbridled entered training under Carl Nafzger, an experienced conditioner known for his patient philosophy in developing young Thoroughbreds for owner Frances A. Genter's . Nafzger, who had built a reputation for allowing horses ample time to mature before aggressive campaigning, took charge of the colt shortly after his acquisition, emphasizing steady progress over rushed results. This approach aligned with Genter's stable operations, where Nafzger focused on foundational conditioning to build and potential in emerging talent. At age two, Unbridled commenced his workouts at , where Nafzger noted the colt's promising but raw abilities. Despite exhibiting a powerful finishing surge in early breezes, the youngster displayed inconsistencies stemming from his immature coordination as a large frame. Nafzger later reflected on this phase, explaining, “He was a big and when he got to moving and running, he was like a . Once he stopped, it was hard to get him going again.” Physically, Unbridled rapidly matured into a strapping, 17-hand colt, his imposing size contributing to a ground-covering stride suited for distance. This growth endowed him with inherent stamina, a trait Nafzger nurtured through measured exercise regimens that prioritized over speed in his juvenile year. Pre-debut preparations highlighted Unbridled's vibrant , as he showed keen competitiveness during gate schooling sessions and spirited responses in training gallops. Nafzger observed that the colt's high energy levels promised significant upside once his body fully coordinated with his athleticism.

Racing Career

Juvenile Season (1989)

Unbridled began his racing career as a two-year-old in 1989 with an impressive debut victory on August 2 at , where he won a 6-furlong maiden special weight race by 10½ lengths under jockey Pat Day. In his second start, the colt finished second in the In Reality Stakes at , followed by another second in the Canterbury Juvenile Stakes at on September 24, demonstrating competitive form in stakes company. Unbridled closed the season with a third-place finish in the Kentucky Cup Juvenile Stakes at and another third in the Grade 1 Hollywood Futurity at Hollywood Park. He capped his juvenile year with a win in the What a Pleasure Stakes at Calder Race Course on December 2. Unbridled competed in six races that season, recording two wins, two seconds, and two thirds for earnings of $174,546, with Pat Day aboard for all juvenile outings. The performances highlighted his early speed as a sprinter, though trainer Carl Nafzger noted hints of stamina that would emerge in subsequent campaigns.

Triple Crown Campaign (1990)

Unbridled began his three-year-old campaign in 1990 with a fifth-place finish in the Tropical Park Derby at Calder Race Course on January 14, before rebounding strongly in the Grade 1 at on March 18. Ridden by Pat Day for trainer Carl Nafzger, Unbridled rallied from off the pace to win by four lengths over the favorite Slavic in a time of 1:52 for 1 1/8 miles, earning $300,000 and securing a berth in the . He followed with a second-place finish, beaten 3¾ lengths by Summer Squall, in the Grade 1 at on April 14, demonstrating stamina over 1 1/8 miles despite the defeat. On May 5 at , Unbridled captured the 116th , surging past pacesetter Summer Squall in the stretch to win by 3½ lengths in 2:02.20 over a fast track, covering 1¼ miles. Craig Perret, replacing Day, guided the colt to victory as the 10-1 fifth choice in a field of 16, marking the first Derby win for 92-year-old owner Frances A. Genter and boosting Unbridled's earnings past $1 million. Two weeks later, on May 19 at , Unbridled ran second in the , finishing 2¼ lengths behind Summer Squall in 1:53.60 for 1 3/16 miles after a wide trip. Skipping no races due to injury, he pressed on to the on June 9 at , where he finished fourth, 7½ lengths behind winner Go and Go, in 2:27.20 for 1½ miles without the use of Lasix. After a brief layoff, Unbridled returned in August with a win in an allowance race at on August 18. He followed with a second-place finish in the Grade 1 Secretariat Stakes (turf) at Arlington on September 3 and another second in the Grade 1 Super Derby at Louisiana Downs on September 23. His campaign culminated on October 27 at in the Breeders' Cup Classic, where he rallied from 11th under Pat Day to win by 1¼ lengths over Ibn Bey in 2:02.20 for 1 1/4 miles, defeating a field including top older horses and earning $1.26 million. Unbridled's 1990 season featured 10 starts with 4 wins, 4 seconds, and 0 thirds, generating $3,718,149 in earnings—elevated significantly by the Breeders' Cup victory. His rivalry with Summer Squall defined the year, as the pair met three times: Summer Squall prevailed in the Blue Grass and Preakness, while Unbridled triumphed in the , showcasing their mutual excellence in distances. For his achievements, including the and wins, Unbridled was honored as the U.S. Champion 3-Year-Old Colt at the .

Mature Campaign (1991)

Unbridled began his four-year-old season with a dominant performance in the Deputy Minister Handicap on March 16, 1991, at , covering seven furlongs in 1:21 4/5 and winning by three lengths over the sprint champion Housebuster. Jockey Pat Day guided the colt from off the pace, launching a powerful stretch run that covered the final three furlongs in 35 3/5 seconds, marking Unbridled's first start since the 1990 . This victory, worth $147,600, showcased his versatility at shorter distances despite his reputation as a stamina-oriented closer, and it was achieved under 122 pounds in a field that included multiple graded stakes winners. Following the win, Unbridled encountered persistent foot problems, including a sore and quarter cracks, which caused him to skip several major events and limited his training. He finished fifth in the Grade 1 Oaklawn Handicap on April 13 at Oaklawn Park over 1 1/8 miles, fading after pressing the pace under Craig Perret, who rode him in most subsequent starts of the year. In the Grade 1 Pimlico Special on May 11 at , stretching out to 1 3/16 miles, Unbridled ran sixth in a field of seven, again compromised by his foot issues and unable to mount his characteristic rally. These setbacks led to a three-month , during which trainer Carl Nafzger focused on managing the colt's condition to preserve his career. Unbridled returned in August 1991 with a six-length victory in a one-mile allowance race at Arlington International Racecourse on August 3, covering the distance in 1:34 3/5 under Perret and signaling a temporary recovery from his ailments. He followed with a third-place finish in the Pacific Classic Stakes on August 10 at Del Mar over 1 1/4 miles, beaten four lengths by eventual of the Year Criminal Type. Renewing his rivalry with Summer Squall from the previous year's Triple Crown campaign, Unbridled finished second by three lengths to the Preakness winner in the Grade 2 Fayette Handicap on October 6 at , covering one mile in 1:34 4/5. His campaign concluded in the Breeders' Cup Classic on November 2 at , where he ran third, beaten 3 3/4 lengths by Black Tie Affair over 1 1/4 miles in a time of 2:02 2/5. The foot problems persisted throughout the year, ultimately prompting Unbridled's retirement immediately after the Breeders' Cup to begin his stud career at Gainesway Farm. In seven starts during 1991, he recorded two wins, one second, and two thirds, earning $596,780. His overall career statistics stood at 24 starts, eight wins, six seconds, and six thirds, with total earnings of $4,489,475. Perret, who had partnered Unbridled to victory in the 1990 Kentucky Derby, handled the reins for five of the seven races that season.

Breeding Career

Establishment at Stud

Following his retirement from racing in late 1991, Unbridled began his stud career at Gainesway Farm near , in 1992. The decision to stand him there was influenced by his standout achievements on the track, including victories in the 1990 (G1) and (G1), which amassed career earnings of $4,489,475 and positioned him as a promising prospect. Unbridled's first crop of foals arrived in 1993, with those debuting on the racetrack as 2-year-olds in 1995 and demonstrating immediate promise through competitive performances. His overall fertility proved reliable in the , contributing to consistent crop sizes as he transitioned successfully into breeding. By the mid-1990s, his reputation grew, leading to a major shift when the heirs of owner A. Genter sold him in 1996. That year, Claiborne Farm president Seth Hancock syndicated Unbridled for $19 million, dividing ownership into 40 shares valued at $475,000 each, to secure his future at the historic , operation. He relocated to Claiborne for the 1997 breeding season, where his book of mares ranged from 40 to 60 annually in the initial phases, reflecting measured demand amid the era's market conditions. Stud fees commenced modestly before climbing with his progeny results, reaching $100,000 by 1998 and peaking at $200,000 in 2001. This establishment phase underscored Unbridled's rapid ascent as a commercial stallion, bolstered by his physical presence and pedigree as a son of Fappiano.

Progeny Achievements

Unbridled proved a highly influential , producing 279 winners from 582 named foals for a 47.9% winners-to-foals ratio, including 48 stakes winners at an 8.2% rate, according to statistics maintained by The Jockey Club. His offspring demonstrated versatility across distances and surfaces, contributing to his reputation as a classic influence despite standing for only 10 crops before his death in 2001. Among his most notable sons was , who won the 1996 Kentucky Derby by a nose over Cavonnier, marking Unbridled as the sire of a Derby winner in his first crop. later sired Birdstone, victor of the 2004 , extending Unbridled's legacy in major races. Another standout son, , secured the 2003 in 2:28.26, denying a Triple Crown by three-quarters of a length while trained by Robert Frankel. also placed second in the 2003 Kentucky Derby and won the Wood Memorial Stakes, earning $1,985,800 overall. Unbridled's daughters excelled in top-level competition, with Banshee Breeze earning the 1998 Eclipse Award as champion three-year-old filly after victories in the Kentucky Oaks, Gazelle Handicap, and Coaching Club American Oaks. She capped her career by winning the 1999 Breeders' Cup Distaff at 1 1/8 miles, defeating stablemate Beautiful Pleasure by a neck. Other prominent fillies included Smuggler, the 2005 Eclipse Award winner as champion three-year-old filly with wins in the Arlington Oaks and Indiana Oaks, and Halfbridled, the 2003 juvenile filly champion who took the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies. As a grandsire, Unbridled's influence amplified through , whose son Pioneerof the Nile sired the 2015 Triple Crown winner , creating a direct line of classic impact across four generations. This lineage produced multiple Belmont and winners, underscoring Unbridled's role in sustaining speed and stamina in elite pedigrees. Into the 2020s, Unbridled's descendants continued to achieve stakes success, exemplified by Mucho Gusto, a great-great-grandson who won the 2020 (G1) at , earning $3 million and highlighting the enduring vitality of his sire line.

Later Years and Legacy

Retirement and Health

Following his peak breeding years, Unbridled resided at Claiborne Farm in , where stallion grooms handled his daily care, including time outside the stall during non-breeding periods to promote physical and mental well-being. He continued covering mares seasonally through 2001, though his activity tapered as he aged. Health management in focused on addressing lingering effects from his , including minor lameness traced to a sore that had affected him at age 4. Claiborne conducted routine veterinary oversight, with Unbridled receiving specialized care at the nearby Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, including treatment for a liver condition in September 2000 from which he fully recovered upon returning to the farm. In 2001, at age 14, his breeding workload was scaled back due to advancing age, limiting him to a smaller number of mares while he stayed sound and active. Caretakers noted Unbridled's notably calm and patient temperament during his later years, a gentle contrast to his spirited racing name and earning him the affectionate moniker "." He developed strong affinities with farm staff and visitors, often permitting children to climb aboard for rides and readily accepting treats from hands, reflecting his easygoing nature in retirement.

Death and Posthumous Influence

Unbridled was euthanized on October 18, 2001, at the age of 14 due to complications arising from surgery performed at the Hagyard Equine Medical Institute near . The surgery addressed a tumor-like mass in his colon, but postoperative issues proved fatal. He was subsequently buried at Claiborne Farm in , where he had stood at stud since 1997. Unbridled outlived his owner, Frances A. Genter, who had passed away on November 24, 1992, at the age of 94. Following his death, Claiborne Farm honored him with a gravesite in their equine cemetery, marking the end of a stallion career that had already begun to shape future generations through his offspring. In recognition of his achievements, the Unbridled Stakes was established at as a listed race for three-year-olds, providing a platform for emerging talents in his honor. Despite his status as a winner and victor, Unbridled has not been inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, though discussions around his legacy persist among racing historians. Unbridled's posthumous influence endures through his extensive progeny lines, which by 2025 have collectively produced over 100 stakes winners worldwide, including multiple Grade 1 victors. His direct offspring numbered 49 stakes winners from just 10 crops, but his genetic impact extends further via sons like and Unbridled's Song, contributing to a balanced speed-stamina profile prized in modern . This lineage notably traces to the 2015 Triple Crown winner , a great-grandson through and Pioneerof the Nile, underscoring Unbridled's role in sustaining elite classic bloodlines into the 21st century.

Pedigree

Sire Line

Unbridled was sired by Fappiano, a dark bay stallion foaled in 1977 and euthanized in 1990 after a successful but injury-shortened racing career. Fappiano secured victories in the 1980 Discovery Handicap (G3), the 1981 Metropolitan Handicap (G1), and the 1981 Forego Handicap (G1), demonstrating resilience and high-class form at distances ranging from seven furlongs to a mile. As a sire, Fappiano was renowned for imparting speed and toughness to his offspring, traits that contributed to Unbridled's explosive finishing kick and durability in stakes races. Fappiano himself was a son of the legendary , foaled in 1970 and pensioned in 1999 after establishing one of the dominant sire lines in modern breeding. sired 182 stakes winners from 1,195 foals, achieving a 15.2% black-type and producing 113 graded stakes winners, including 46 at Grade 1 level. His influence extended through "sire of sires" like Fappiano, with the line tracing directly to via , emphasizing precocity and versatility that bolstered Unbridled's ability to excel as a two-year-old and in classic routes. Further back, Mr. Prospector's sire, , was a chestnut stallion foaled in 1961 and died in 1988 at age 27, renowned for his blistering early speed despite a career limited to four undefeated starts at age two due to injury. infused the paternal line with rapid acceleration and sprinting prowess, derived from foundational influences like through shared ancestry, which enhanced the stamina-speed balance enabling classic-distance success in descendants such as Unbridled. Overall, this line prioritized early maturity and robust finishing power, key to Unbridled's triumphs in the and .

Dam Line

Unbridled's dam, Gana Facil, was a chestnut mare foaled in 1981 at Tartan Farms in . Bred by Tartan Stable, she raced in the United States with a record of 19 starts, 6 wins, 1 second, and 2 thirds, earning $85,100 primarily in allowance company. Although she did not secure stakes victories, Gana Facil proved an exceptional broodmare, producing at least four stakes winners from seven foals, including her standout sons Unbridled and Cahill Road, both Grade 1 winners, as well as the stakes-placed Royal Merlot. In 1995, she was sold for $1.35 million at to interests and later exported to , where she died in 2006 and was buried at Coolmore. Gana Facil was sired by the French champion Le Fabuleux, a versatile miler-to-stayer who won the 1964 Prix Lupin and , introducing European stamina influences to her pedigree. Her dam, Charedi, was an unraced daughter of the prominent American sire In Reality (by Intentionally), known for imparting speed and precocity but also contributing to versatile performers in subsequent generations. Charedi's own dam, My Dear Girl, added significant historical depth as the 1959 American Champion Two-Year-Old , a small but tenacious who secured 8 wins from 20 starts, including the Spinaway Stakes (G1) and Alcibiades Stakes, demonstrating early speed with underlying resilience that bolstered the family's endurance potential. Further back, the maternal line traces through My Dear Girl to Rough'n Tumble and beyond, weaving in European blood via branches like War Relic (5x5 inbreeding in Gana Facil), a stakes-winning juvenile who traced to , the foundational of modern stamina and versatility. This dam line's blend of American precocity and European depth provided Unbridled with the stamina to excel at distances, complementing the speed from his Fappiano line in a single decisive attribute. Gana Facil's own consistent mid-career wins suggested a late-developing tenacity, traits echoed in Unbridled's signature closing kick over 1 1/4 miles in the and .

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