Our trip to Emerald Downs yesterday was a blast! We had a ridiculous amount of fun standing out there in the paddock with the other owners and trainers and enjoying all the excitement leading up to McLaren's first race. Unfortunately, his chances of running a career as an undefeated horse came to an abrupt end after yesterday's race. The betting public was apparently right when they sent him off at 19-1. He broke toward the back of the pack and by the time they entered the turn, he must of been 7-8 length back.
That's him, way back there. He closed well, but from there he had too much work to do... he passed one of the tiring horses and ran up on another and had to steady a bit.
All in all, his performance was not too bad, but he will be getting a new jockey next time out and probably dropping in class. He'll also be going an extra 1/2 furlong which should help his chances. I think he's got a great shot at winning next time out, assuming things play out according to plan. He may even be racing again as soon as Friday...
Ok, well it's my birthday today and we're heading out to Mom & Dad's for some dessert and good times. Will the fun ever end!?
September 2, 2008 at 10:15 AM
The fun will NEVER END! HAHAHA.
That was my evil laugh. :)