A keur mare that has also obtained the PROK predicate, thereby meeting the KWPN radiographic requirements, can be promoted to elite. Mares that hold the D-OC predicate, demonstrating that their breeding value for OC meets the established requirements, are also eligible for the elite predicate. The elite predicate replaces the keur status. It indicates that the mare has met additional requirements in the areas of conformation and health. For a mare, the elite predicate is the highest achievable predicate within these aspects. A mare with the elite predicate belongs to a select group of mares of very high quality. For the breeder, an elite mare means having a healthy mare with above-average conformation and proven aptitude for sport.