Circular Quay

[blackthroatedwind]

Originally Posted by ateamstupid

For me, it was the way he did it. I couldn't find this horse with International GPS at the 1/8th pole, then all of a sudden he burst up the rail and got there. I don't remember the last 2-year-old I saw close like that.

I would say Play with Fire and Scipion are two Saratoga maiden breakers from the last couple years that come to mind.

I understand that 2YO winners that close show an added dimension that often signifies above average ability but I just don't know what is so special about this horse's performance. And, yes, I do think it can be hard to rally inside horses. However, this horse had a clear path, never had to alter course, and while I am not saying he didn't run OK, I don't see what was even close to spectacular ( or even particularly special ) about today's win.