Theories on the lessening superiority of top class males VS 2yo's, claimers,& females

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Cannon Shell has it right.. very few "great" 3yo's are even making it to their 4yo racing season anymore.

When the talent pool is void of the very best because trainers are more interested in winning % and immediate results, and owners are more interested in just having a starter in the gate at the Derby than patiently developing a multiple Grade 1 winner, you get what we have now..