Ruffian: Burning from the Start

[irishtrekker]

Sumitas, I hadn't even considered that possibility. I certainly hope that wouldn't happen to Bernardini - in a way, I'm guessing it wouldn't be the same, since the visceral reaction to the survivor of a match race might be different...and as callous as it sounds, Barbaro didn't die on the track (or immediately after, as in Ruffian's case), so whatever happens, the psychological link between the two horses may be lessened with time.

[paisjpq]

superstition is a horseman's best friend--second only to money...
no one will avoid Bernardini because of Barbaro.

[GPK]

Originally Posted by paisjpq

kev-while you are laid up you MUST read 'Stud:adventures in Breeding'--if you haven't already. It's really good.

Thanks...I will have to check that one out too.

[paisjpq]

Originally Posted by GPK

Thanks...I will have to check that one out too.

it's imformative but very tongue in cheek--I think you will like it.

[GPK]

Originally Posted by paisjpq

it's imformative but very tongue in cheek--I think you will like it.

I highly doubt I will enjoy it then....being the straight laced, no personality having, can't get along with anyone, boring son of a b*itch that I am.

[paisjpq]

Originally Posted by GPK

I highly doubt I will enjoy it then....being the straight laced, no personality having, can't get along with anyone, boring son of a b*itch that I am.

of course my mistake--LOL

[Downthestretch55]

Originally Posted by Dixie Porter

After 60 years on the track and seeing way over 10,000 horses I can honestly say "that was the only day I cried".

Dixie,
So did I.
For those younger ones that don't know her story....


http://www.thoroughbredchampions.com...s/ruffian1.htm