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Originally Posted by Konk
And means that means there was?
Who cares what "they" say?
It is not at all unusual for a trainer to have two runners in the same race.
Do "they" understand this idea?
Some people say all races are fixed. Are "they correct?"
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I wasn't saying that the Belmont or any other race was "fixed" in any way. I prefer to think that"fixed" races are a rarity and not a habit for a sport that I love. However considering what was on the line I found the other Baffert entry odd.
Maybe I'm wrong? Not crying about it.
Wonder what that conversation was like?
Owner: Hey Bob! I know you are trying to win the triple crown again and become iconic but I want you to train and enter RH. I want you to do everything you can to win with my horse. I want to win the Belmont stakes Bob. Please! It has been a long time passion to win this race Bob. I know you are the best trainer in the sport and I know you can bring RH home to victory!
Bob: OK!
or He could have said...
Owner: Bob, I know RH can win the Belmont stakes. However out of respect and thanks for training my horses so well and the fact that you are trying to achieve something greater, I am not going to put you in the awkward position of having to beat yourself for the Triple Crown. You deserve this Bob! I will cheer you on and hope you win with Justify and we can have a drink when its done.
Bob: Thanks!
That was an option but hey! I guess not.