Proven Cure

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Originally Posted by Cannon Shell

Obviously there always exceptions to any rule but all this hand wringing over this rule is silly. Find me one other example of a 12 year old horse who hadn't won in a year who was forced into retirement prematurely. Think about it for a second. What if people stared buying up failed stallions and tried to bring them back at 12 year and running them in cheap claiming races? He has been a great story, they have done a great job with him but the rule is in place because they dont want old horses to be abused. What is so wrong with that?

A) As a rule, there's nothing wrong with the rule, or with having rules...as a rule. Since I spend most of my time representing people who break the rules, I have a sincere appreciation for rules.

B) Agree that it's probably a rare situation and just won't come up that often, so there's not a real pressing need for reform here (better to spend time reforming, say, the claiming rules).

C) Knew this would get you going. You're indefatigable. Ever consider becoming a lawyer?