A New Chapter: Tacitus Heads East to South Korea's Elite Breeding Grounds
Tacitus's Remarkable Racing Career and Pedigree: A Legacy of Excellence
Tacitus, a name synonymous with top-tier horse racing, has concluded his American chapter with an impressive resume. The stallion achieved multiple victories at the Grade 2 level and was a formidable competitor in the Triple Crown series, securing a third-place finish in the Kentucky Derby and a second-place in the Belmont Stakes back in 2019. His lineage is equally distinguished; he is a progeny of the renowned sire Tapit and the champion mare Close Hatches, making him a full brother to Breeders' Cup Distaff winner Scylla and Grade 3 winner Batten Down. This exceptional genetic background has always positioned him as a valuable asset for breeding.
International Stud Career: From American Shores to South Korean Pastures
After commencing his stud career in the United States at Taylor Made Farm in 2022, Tacitus embarked on an international journey, including two seasons shuttling to Chile. His progeny have already shown promising results, with Silent Tactic emerging as a millionaire in the U.S. after winning the Southwest (G3) and placing second in the Arkansas Derby (G1). In Chile, Sulis has carried his sire's legacy by clinching the Clásico Arturo Lyon Peña (G1). This move to a private farm in South Korea, reported by BloodHorse and confirmed by bloodstock agent Yoonie Choi, signals a new and significant phase in his global breeding influence, further expanding his impact on thoroughbred bloodlines worldwide.