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Originally Posted by hockey2315
I'm pretty sure you said it yourself (maybe it was someone else)- Curlin came to Assmussen as a front-runner with a miler's pedigree and has become some what of a closer type who has been able to get added distance. . . At what point (or distance) will this catch up with him? I'm not saying he's not the most talented horse in this field, but at the supposedly obselete distance of the Belmont he may be compromised while other horses should/could enjoy the added ground. Or maybe it's just wishful thinking because I don't bet 4/5 shots. . .
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I'm no fan of Curlin, but pedigreewise and running style he's awfully similar to Afleet Alex and he had no problem with 12F. If there's anything I can knock him on it's an absolute MUST that the winner have raced at 2. I'd be shocked if he doesn't hit the board simply because the field is horrific beyond the top 2 and 2:31 might be good enough for 3rd.