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Old 12-02-2011, 08:33 AM
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Really? I mean the last 5 winners of the race have a total of 3 wins after their victory. Only Brilliant Speed won a graded race (3) . Stately Victor the non graded Ontario Derby. Dominican a allowance race at Presque Isle. General Quarters a few close calls but no wins. Anyone remember Monba? Da Truth i know you were tongue n cheek on your quote...
General Quarters followed his Bluegrass with a G1 win in the Woodford Reserve at CD on Derby Day 2010.
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Old 12-02-2011, 08:38 AM
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The real problem with the Graded Stakes, is the absurd amount of Grade 1's on the island known as California.
Unless you consider all the rags Zenyatta beat worth of Grade 1 placing's.
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Old 12-02-2011, 09:36 AM
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The real problem with the Graded Stakes, is the absurd amount of Grade 1's on the island known as California.
Unless you consider all the rags Zenyatta beat worth of Grade 1 placing's.
I agree. You would think many CA races will be in for downgrading in the next year or two.
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Old 12-02-2011, 07:31 PM
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General Quarters followed his Bluegrass with a G1 win in the Woodford Reserve at CD on Derby Day 2010.
My bad. How could i forget the retired school teacher winning on Derby Day. Great story!
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