Essential Quality
by Tapit · Darley · KY · first season 2022
Projections as of October 2026 · model forward-v1.2e · Yearling sales through Oct 22, 2026 (The October Sale)
Stud fee
2027 fee
$25,000
Stud fee history
| Season | Stud fee |
|---|---|
| 2027 fee | $25,000 |
| 2026 fee | $50,000 |
| 2025 fee | $50,000 |
| 2024 fee | $65,000 |
| 2023 fee | $75,000 |
| 2022 fee | $75,000 |
Crop counts
| Cover year | Mares bred |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 125 |
| 2024 | 136 |
| 2023 | 124 |
| 2022 | 156 |
Yearling auction results
Ring sales only. 149 sold, average $126,607.
| Sale year | Sold | Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 40 | $82,550 |
| 2025 | 50 | $90,310 |
| 2024 | 59 | $187,237 |