Amelia Earhart

The gap between those two victories—nearly seven months—matters less than what the filly has learned in between. After Leopardstown, she was ridden by Moore at the Curragh and impressed him enough that he thought she'd handle a step up to a mile and a half, a significant jump in distance. When she got the chance at Chester on faster ground, she not only managed the longer trip but thrived on it, running with a stride described as beautiful and strong. This is the kind of horse that can develop into something genuinely useful through the spring and summer: she stays well, she handles varied conditions, and she has the temperament to handle racing. O'Brien's yard has sent out 125 winners already this season, and Amelia Earhart looks like she could become one of their more interesting prospects in the months ahead, particularly if the trainer's hint about Oaks trials proves prophetic. At three years old, she's only just reaching the races where horses like her are supposed to shine.