In recent studies examining top-level sport horses, a striking revelation has emerged: many elite horses trace their lineage back to mares that excelled in competitive sports themselves. The debate over whether a horse's performance potential is inherited directly from its mother or through its maternal line has sparked significant interest and scrutiny within the equestrian community.
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