“Winning any graded race by 23 lengths, as CHARGE IT did in the Dwyer, takes an immensely talented horse. Charge It’s ability was at the Grade 1 level.” said trainer Todd Pletcher.

“TDN Rising Star” and top-tier performer, CHARGE IT proved his class and ability when he won the 1-mile Dwyer (G3) contest by an astounding 23 lengths, earning a career-best 111 Beyer Speed Figure. In total, CHARGE IT registered Beyer Speed Figures of 100 or higher on four occasions, including a 106 Beyer in the Suburban Stakes (G2) at a 1 ¼ mile with his 4 ¾-length victory, tying the highest figure of all horses going that distance in 2023. CHARGE IT was also runner up in the Florida Derby (G1) to eventual Breeders’ Cup Classic winner White Abarrio.

CHARGE IT hails from one of the most prominent and active families.  He is bred on the same cross as Horse of the Year, Flightline, being out of the Indian Charlie mare, I’ll Take Charge, herself a $2.2 million yearling.  Second dam is the multiple Grade 1 winner and 2013 Broodmare of the Year, Take Charge Lady. 

“CHARGE IT is an exceptional looking horse that possessed brilliance,” added Gainesway General Manager Brian Graves. “His pedigree is among the very best available to breeders.”