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Old 06-19-2014, 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by my miss storm cat View Post
Not being a smart ass here... my favorite BC was at Belmont and I am sad every year when it's announced it won't be there again... but I'm curious as to what other criticisms there were as I thought the only one was (for some people with no spine) it's too cold.
I think Steve has said that Breeders' Cup day is not usually a money maker for the track, so NYRA may not want the hassle. As a fan, and NY local, I also am disappointed it's not been here in a decade.

I went in 2005 and it was a great day. I didn't think it was cold, but I'm one of those who spends the day walking from the paddock to the window to the track, (repeat 12 times), so I was moving around which keeps you warm. The best part, though, was going out to the track early on Friday, to watch the last gallops and paddock schooling. Every time a horse came out with a purple BC saddle cloth, everyone would start whispering ("Who's that? Who's that?"). It was fun.
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