CRIST: Sets the NY facts straight

[saucon17]

Originally Posted by SniperSB23

There is absolutely no way to promote the jockeys as long as there is no way for the common fan to tell which jockey is which each race without looking at their form. As long as the jockeys are wearing the owners silks they are not promotable. Unless they come up with a way to differentiate the jockeys by a quick glance while keeping the owners happy there is little to no chance of promoting the jockeys. Imagine if Larry Bird or Magic Johnson wore a helmet and goggles and came out in a different color jersey with a different number every game. Even they would have been difficult to promote in that situation.

The only way they can promote jockeys is to switch to thier own
racing silks like the do with harness drivers who have their own set of
driving silks. At least in harness you know who is driving the horse by
just looking at colors of the driver than looking at a program to find out