I Hope....

blackthroatedwind · #1 07-12-2008, 10:06 AM

That as racing fans we all fully appreciate the excitement of today's Man o War Stakes.

The race and situation needs no explanation. We all rightfully complain about the poor quality of the major races these days....so let's enjoy today's special event. These kinds of opportunities come around all too infrequently.

CSC · #2 07-12-2008, 10:14 AM

Yep, we are lucky to have Curlin come back to run as a 4 yr old. Thumbs up to his connections for this.

GenuineRisk · #3 07-12-2008, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by CSC

Yep, we are lucky to have Curlin come back to run as a 4 yr old. Thumbs up to his connections for this.

And for trying something different with him. Looking forward to a fun afternoon at Belmont.

Thunder Gulch · #4 07-12-2008, 10:38 AM

Been saying for weeks that Curlin to the turf was one of the most interesting campaigns in years. The big picture odds are certainly against him, but if he were to win the Arc, it would rank way up the list of all-time great horse achievements.

#5 07-12-2008, 10:39 AM

Last race with 3 BC winners entered was...?

We got it now.

jjf1031 · #6 07-12-2008, 10:53 AM

93 Breeders Cup Sprint. Thirty Slews, Gilded Time and Fly So Free

ArlJim78 · #7 07-12-2008, 11:33 AM

i will definitely be enjoying this one, watching only because i can't figure any way to play it.

my miss storm cat · #8 07-12-2008, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

That as racing fans we all fully appreciate the excitement of today's Man o War Stakes.

The race and situation needs no explanation. We all rightfully complain about the poor quality of the major races these days....so let's enjoy today's special event. These kinds of opportunities come around all too infrequently.

Nice thought for the day.

Hope they all come home safe.

eajinabi · #9 07-12-2008, 01:23 PM

I taking a long look at SUDAN. Frankel scratches him last week in a weak United Nations to run him today against Curlin and Red Rocks? He is 15-1 M/L

Will definteley put him in my Exactas

cowgirlintexas · #10 07-12-2008, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by eajinabi

I taking a long look at SUDAN. Frankel scratches him last week in a weak United Nations to run him today against Curlin and Red Rocks? He is 15-1 M/L

Will definteley put him in my Exactas

Hadn't realized that, but you are right... never throw out Frankel in this kind of situation especially at those kinda odds! He can be a bit sneaky

cowgirlintexas · #11 07-12-2008, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

That as racing fans we all fully appreciate the excitement of today's Man o War Stakes.

The race and situation needs no explanation. We all rightfully complain about the poor quality of the major races these days....so let's enjoy today's special event. These kinds of opportunities come around all too infrequently.

Well said Andy... It's almost like a "mini" Breeders Cup day with alot of really fantastic match-ups all over this afternoon. Best of luck to all that has the opportunity today to place bets.

migreen · #12 07-12-2008, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

That as racing fans we all fully appreciate the excitement of today's Man o War Stakes.

Right on, Andy. A moment of supreme class at a time when we can use it!

-BT- · #13 07-12-2008, 04:23 PM

weird race set up

from Curlin completely missing the break and spotting the field, to moron David Cohen going out in 22 and change for the 1st 1/4 mile. Nice ride by Castellano

-bt-

the_fat_man · #14 07-12-2008, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by -BT-

weird race set up

from Curlin completely missing the break and spotting the field, to moron David Cohen going out in 22 and change for the 1st 1/4 mile. Nice ride by Castellano

-bt-

You forget to mention, being WIDE and put in a drive from early turn.

eajinabi · #15 07-12-2008, 04:28 PM

is Velasquez on LSD? He could have just sat right behind Mission Approved

sumitas · #16 07-12-2008, 04:33 PM

What was going through their minds up front ?

eajinabi · #17 07-12-2008, 04:39 PM

I seriously hope Frankel chooses another jock besides velasquez next time

hockey2315 · #18 07-12-2008, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by eajinabi

I taking a long look at SUDAN. Frankel scratches him last week in a weak United Nations to run him today against Curlin and Red Rocks? He is 15-1 M/L

Will definteley put him in my Exactas

He already had a horse in the UN. . . and it wouldn't have mattered - Sudan had no shot.

NTamm1215 · #19 07-12-2008, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by hockey2315

He already had a horse in the UN. . . and it wouldn't have mattered - Sudan had no shot.

Sudan ran an outstanding race today. First, he had to tote John Velazquez around which is a feat unto itself. He at least had some run left in the lane after the suicide pace duel.

If Frankel thought he was leaving himself a better chance to win the UN by leaving Champs Elysees in then he was dead wrong in retrospect.

NT

eajinabi · #20 07-12-2008, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by hockey2315

He already had a horse in the UN. . . and it wouldn't have mattered - Sudan had no shot.

He ran a good race despite the knuclehead jockey. He is a horse to watch next out.