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DRF|Jerkens in long line of trainers thriving after 70

Emma’s Encore could be a new act rather than an encore, if only owners would send Jerkens more horses. Earle Mack, whose filly November Snow Jerkens saddled to wins in the Test and Alabama in 1992, recently sent him a horse for the first time in years. However, in today’s game a premium is placed on trainers who, like chief executives, can manage 100 or 150 horses at multiple tracks from coast to coast. Jerkens is not a business manager.

When you look down the shedrow in the morning you want to see something good, Jerkens said. “No place is fun unless you have something to look forward to.”

So Emma’s Encore has restored that?

“Exactly.”

[Linny]

Great article. I really enjoyed seeing some positive stories from the backstretch and who wouldn't cheer for Mr. Jerkens as he follows in the footsteps of so many greats training into his 80's (and hopefully beyond.)