2/16 (OP): Southwest S. (Gr. III)

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Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

I never understood the " bad ride " argument. I thought he got a great ride and lost a horse race with 20 horses. It happens and that's one of the reasons winning the TC is such an elusive accomplishment.

Horses don't necessarily " deserve " to win races. They do, however, either win or lose them. Afleet Alex lost that Derby. Flower Alley may have " deserved " it the most if you really think trips should always dictate who was most deserving.

This might be the first time I have ever seen this comment in print. I have always thought he was best that day,glad someone else thinks that way also, but was it Chavez that went right up Spanish Chesnut's ass, or whoever was on the lead winging it? It was someone making a poor decision, but like you said, 20 horses, there isn't many openings.