At first glance, my record of 7-2-1-1 seems acceptable. But in reality, it is quite disappointing.
French Twist came up with an easy win in a small field, and Acquarella won his fourth race in his last five starts. I fully expected both of these vets to come away with victories.
My unhappiness starts with a 2nd place finish by the recently acquired Sisqo Falls and a 3rd place finish by Kentucky Derby hopeful Helikaon. Both horses were in position to win their races, but indifference in the last half-furlong cost them victories. I was especially displeased with Helikaon, who has the tools to win the Kentucky Derby, but first must qualify. Losing this race was not in the plan.
Na'vi ran poorly, falling way back; then was unable to mount enough of a comeback to get anywhere near the board.
Most discouraging of all were the lackadaisical efforts by Jackhammer and Battlestar. Arguably my top two horses, they appeared anything but that. Both will get a month off, then reassessed, with the early opinion being that Battlestar will stick to 9F going forward.
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I thought Metalloid had the Japan Cup won. He and Luminare have similar numbers with Luminare beeing a touch faster and Metalloid being a smidge stronger. However, that 26 lb weight advantage enjoyed by the 3yo colt was the difference. The handicaps continue to be very unfair in some races...
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