Johannesburg Star does have some real ability, and with the right connections he might have had a useful career, but the chasm between his actual ability and his perceived ability is Grand Canyonesque. The trainer was interviewed before his last race and said that while he had received a 101 Beyer for his ( ridiculous bias aided ) maiden victory he fully expected him to earn a 110 in the Whirlaway. I guess with a logical progression like that he would have peaked around 140 in the Derby! He got around an 80. Hey, what's 30 points among friends?
I don't know who he's running against Saturday, save NoBiz and Adore the Gold, but it would be a major upset if he hit the board without an incident. In fact, considering the outlandish expectations by his connections, it will probably be surprising if he hits the board in any race until he runs for a tag, assuming he lasts that long. He's this year's Sinister G at best.
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