Weird goings on today in racing

[Indian Charlie]

Originally Posted by PatCummings

I called the race of Giacomo's first winner - the second Manor Downs Thoroughbred Futurity Trial. Believe it or not, there was actually some decent breeding in the race - all first time starters. To say she wasn't asked to run is an overstatement. Trained by Cash Asmussen and ridden by Tony McNeil. 8-5 was a laughable gift.

Now qualifies for the $50,000 final on April 18.

Where exactly is Manor Downs???

[Danzig]

Originally Posted by Indian Charlie

Where exactly is Manor Downs???

texas

[PatCummings]

Originally Posted by Danzig

texas

Just outside Austin.

I didn't bet the farm, but called a friend who has no clue about racing but was there and asked him..."how much money do you have in your wallet?"