Baffert Fined

Originally Posted by eurobounce

Why do the folks need to be there? What do they add. Like you have said, the trainer is so busy he doesnt have time to get credetials then how is the trainer going to have time to tend to his/her guests? The guests should be put in the appropriate place--the trainers box to watch the race. But if I have a horse in the Derby and I am next to Baffert the last thing I want is Bode running around the paddock. He doesnt need to be there. I know what owners buy a horse--prob the same reason why I went in on one.

Well you are definitely in the minority and have no idea how this game should be promoted. The more interaction that people have, the more who become interested in owners, which we severely need in this game. Have you ever read any interviews with owners? Do you know how many have described getting involved because they went to the track with another owner and loved the thrill of the paddock and the winners circle?
No way Euro, you are way off base on that one. Its a sporting event and properly behaved adults will not be "running around". I've been to the paddock at least 100 times in my life, mayeb more, and never ONCE have I seen a single person act improperly or spoken to by security. Never ONCE!!! I'd like to hear from people here as well. Has anyone ever seen misbehavior by a person in the paddock? Because I have never witnessed it and have always observed people just smiling, looking at the horses, and taking in all the sights. Do you honestly feel that these people pose a threat to anyone? You are trying to spin this way beyond reality and what it is. Owners have always brought guests to the paddock and its part of the pageantry and excitement of the game. You think when people tune in to big races that an empty paddock is a real turn on? Wow.