Scoring Up

The Art Major mare Lettucereason is on the cusp of securing her place among the greats of Australasian broodmares.

The extraordinary deeds of her progeny across Australia and New Zealand this season — led by powerhouse performers Leap To Fame and Swayzee — have all but guaranteed her a record fourth consecutive Winona Award as Harness Racing Australia’s Broodmare of the Year.

A fourth title would elevate her beyond the current trio of three‑time winners: Alldatglittersisgold (2013, 2014, 2020), Liza Storm (1988–1990) and Maori Miss (1977–1979).

Her impact in 2026 has been immense. Lettucereason’s progeny have already amassed $1,795,534 in earnings this season, with six months still remaining on the racing calendar.

Across her career at stud, she has produced the winners of 161 races and an extraordinary $11,799,858 in lifetime stakes — a record that places her firmly among the elite matrons of the modern era.

Lettucereason herself was a high‑class racemare. She won 17 races, including four at Menangle, placed three times at Group 1 level, earned $180,073, and took a 1:55.9 mile mark.

Her pedigree strength runs deep. She is out of Left For Me (Fake Left), a 10‑time winner who has produced 11 winners, headlined by For A Reason — Victoria Cup champion, Australian 3YO of the Year, and now an increasingly influential sire.