Special Leader

Overview

• AQHA Race SI-103/AAAT/ROM/Superior/SW, 19-7-4-2, $292,605.
• Won: All American Gold Cup(G1)(NSR), Champion of Champions(G1)
• 2nd: Remington Park Derby(G2), Jet Deck H.(G3), Champions Prep S.-2nd Div.
• 3rd: Los Alamitos Championship(G1)
• 4th: World's Championship Classic(G1), Mr.Jet Moore(G3)
• 1991 World Champion
• 1991 Champion Aged Horse
• 1991 Champion Aged Stallion
• Property of Joe Kirk Fulton
• Only stallion to win the All American Gold Cup(G1) and Champion of Champions(G1) in the same year.
• Died August 29, 2012.
• His progeny have won more than $12.9 million, with 494 winners, including 62 stakes winners, from 744 starters, including champion Leading Spirit.

Pedigree

Progeny sired by Special Leader

StallionCompare Article Mentions

• Quality Over Quantity: A Small but Remarkable February Consignment Sale by Platinum Horse SalesPlatinum Horse Sales’ February Consignment Sale proved that quality matters more than catalog size. With 29 horses offered and all 29 sold, the event generated $469,500 and showcased standout bloodlines led by top seller Talkin Sally Rey.
• Inside the 43rd Triangle Winter Sale: Bloodlines, Bids, and Breakthrough PerformersA recap of the 43rd Triangle Winter Sale (January 22–24, 2026), highlighting the six-figure headliners, a complete breakdown of sale results, and the sire lines and maternal pedigrees shaping this year’s top sellers.