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Old 01-17-2007, 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind
I wouldn't classify it as a " sporting attempt " at all. It was a monetary decision based on his potential increased value with a first or second place finish. Even a victory in the BC mile would have done little to increase his value.

If anything, one could argue they robbed one race of a potentially exciting performer to barely enhance another due to personal greed.
Not to mention a shot at the Sheiks.
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