The Casual Fan: Finally, a race.

Friday, February 12, 2010

Finally, a race.

Oi. I don't know where to begin.

The connections of Rachel Alexandra suddenly are very interested in racing Zenyatta...however...the Apple Blossom was too soon for Rachel to get in top form...so Rachel's connections suggested a series of three races that would 'rival the Triple Crown'. First off...really? Do you really thing it would rival the Triple Crown? Yes, they would be amazing with the potentially the top horses showing up...but there is just something special about the Triple Crown that can't be matched...Anyway, it seems like an odd request, that left many unanswered questions. (ESPN: Owner Proposes 3 race series)

Moss (co-owner of Zenyatta) was confused by Jackson's (Rachel's owner) request.

"I have no idea what he's even talking about. Which three races? And where? And when?"

But it seems all that mess has been fixed. After Jackson asked, was denied, and asked Oaklawn again, they finally caved and moved the Apple Blossom back so Rachel will show. Friday, April 9th is the Apple Blossom Showdown where these two titans will meet should all go as planned.

I know I keep going on about this...but again with the Seabiscuit, War Admiral thing...the HOY and East Coasters are making quite a few demands.

Well, that's all for now! Hope the girls stay healthy! Because this is a race I want to see!

(Image from: http://www.fredstone.com/ They have a lot of awesome racehorse paintings. Check it out!

6 comments:

AllisonFebruary 12, 2010 at 7:50 PM
Great to see you still writing. Hope you're having a good year!
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ClaripetFebruary 12, 2010 at 8:16 PM
Yes, look what you started. =P I am appreciative. haha.
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JoeyJoMarch 11, 2010 at 1:32 PM
I don't know about you, but I'm getting nervous just about the March 13, 2010 Apple Blossom "prep" races!
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JoeyJoMarch 11, 2010 at 1:42 PM
P. S.
Oaklawn Park has a great "saveable" Zenyatta photo.

http://www.appleblossominvitational.com/
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ClaripetMarch 14, 2010 at 12:24 AM
Oh I know! I just hope they both stay sound! They are two simply amazing horses!

And those pictures...are quite amazing as well! XD
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ClaripetApril 2, 2010 at 11:59 PM
Just throwing out there how sad I am that it looks like Rachel is taking a pass on the Blossom...but I guess...if those two should ever meet...they should both be at their best. Still sad though.
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Confused?

Connections-> The people that "belong" to the horse: owner, trainer, and jockey usually.
Breeders' Cup--> A series of races in which the best of the best compete. Usually a win here results in an Eclipse Award.
Ecplise Award--> Awards given out at the end of the racing season naming the top horses and people in different fields.
Triple Crown-->A series of three races for colts and fillys age three. If a single horse wins all three of these races it is considered a magnificent feat.
Kentucky Derby-->The first race in the Triple Crown. Arguably the biggest race in the USA and most watched by Americans.
Preakness Stakes-->Second and shortest race in the Triple Crown.
Belmont Stakes-->Third and longest race in the Triple Crown.
Dam-->A horse's mother.
Sire-->A horse's father.
Gelding-->Castrated Male horse of any age.
Stud-->Male horse that is being used for breeding purposes.
Stallion/"Horse"--> Male horse five years old or over. "Horse" can refer to age or the general term. Usually I will be using the general sense of the word not the sex.
Colt--> Male horse 4 years old or under.
Mare--> Female horse 5 years old or over.
Filly--> Female horse four years old or under.
Quarter Horse--> Breed of horse usually associated with ranchwork but also races.
Thoroughbred--> Breed of horse usually associated with racing.