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Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-17-2024, 11:25 PM
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Posted By dilanesp
That's quite expensive-- like $68 in current...

That's quite expensive-- like $68 in current dollars to get into the grandstand.
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-12-2024, 01:53 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,041
Posted By dilanesp
I agree with all of that, but stuff that happens...

I agree with all of that, but stuff that happens on big race days when normies are at the track to see it happen are particularly bad for the sport. This is why stuff like breakdowns at Churchill...
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-12-2024, 12:35 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,041
Posted By dilanesp
I think they hurt. E.g., online poker scandals...

I think they hurt. E.g., online poker scandals (such as Full Tilt improperly using deposit money for operations) definitely hurt that line of business.

This was a major screw-up that affected...
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-12-2024, 11:36 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,041
Posted By dilanesp
I would add this is the sort of thing that can...

I would add this is the sort of thing that can hurt racing especially with new fans.

The TB Derby is the track's biggest day. They probably do draw some casual fans. Imagine being a neophyte who...
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-11-2024, 06:17 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,041
Posted By dilanesp
I agree that's most likely.

I agree that's most likely.
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-11-2024, 03:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 718
Posted By dilanesp
Da Bears decide they don't want to play at Arlington Park after all

What a confused situation.

https://www.yahoo.com/sports/chicago-bears-invest-over-2-162604505.html
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-11-2024, 03:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,041
Posted By dilanesp
Important clarification. Still, they absolutely...

Important clarification. Still, they absolutely have a right to be pissed and to demand an investigation.
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-09-2024, 08:18 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,041
Posted By dilanesp
Horse racing really is, and I say this with love,...

Horse racing really is, and I say this with love, the dumbest run sport in the world.
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-08-2024, 12:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 902
Posted By dilanesp
I'm not betting on this horse for the reasons...

I'm not betting on this horse for the reasons stated above, but I certainly am rooting for California Chrome as a sire. The breeding industry really dumped on him when he was running. I'd love it if...
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-07-2024, 06:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 683
Posted By dilanesp
Bolt D'Oro declared winner of 2018 Santa Anita Derby

https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/275497/agreement-chrb-to-order-justify-dq-pay-ruis-300-000
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-06-2024, 05:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,061
Posted By dilanesp
Nothing like a short meet to ensure a wonderful...

Nothing like a short meet to ensure a wonderful turf course. Kentucky Downs shows you this too.
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-06-2024, 12:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,061
Posted By dilanesp
Oh wow. I know he was a beloved figure in the...

Oh wow. I know he was a beloved figure in the racing community. I heard nothing but great things about him over the years. RIP.
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-05-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,655
Posted By dilanesp
I don't see why new buildings have to look like...

I don't see why new buildings have to look like the old ones. They never did in the past. When Christopher Wren built St. Paul's Cathedral to replace the old burnt down building, he didn't build a...
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-04-2024, 04:38 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 23,884
Posted By dilanesp
You guys know that there's footage of Audie...

You guys know that there's footage of Audie Murphy riding on the Del Mar track?

(This should be cued up.)

https://youtu.be/XAxH1JG-9pY?t=1245
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-03-2024, 02:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,311
Posted By dilanesp
I mean, a couple of those HGC winners went on to...

I mean, a couple of those HGC winners went on to win the BC Classic Spalding!
Forum: General Racing Discussion 03-02-2024, 07:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,311
Posted By dilanesp
The big things that killed the SA stakes schedule...

The big things that killed the SA stakes schedule were (1) Dubai/Saudi Arabia and (2) trainers wanting 4-6 weeks or more between races.
Forum: General Racing Discussion 02-29-2024, 05:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,311
Posted By dilanesp
It shouldn't be a Grade I. I suspect the only...

It shouldn't be a Grade I. I suspect the only reason it still is, is sentiment. Indeed, the Hollywood Gold Cup (which faces less competition on the calendar) is now a better race.

Obviously Santa...
Forum: General Racing Discussion 02-29-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,311
Posted By dilanesp
It's a good question and I see nothing in the...

It's a good question and I see nothing in the track's press release on it, and the website still advertises it for March 2.

Frank Stronach's operation running at its usual low level of efficiency!
Forum: General Racing Discussion 02-29-2024, 11:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,311
Posted By dilanesp
They moved it. ...

They moved it.

https://www.drf.com/news/santa-anita-moves-big-cap-card-sunday-due-forecasted-rain
Forum: General Racing Discussion 02-28-2024, 04:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,311
Posted By dilanesp
86% chance of rain for Santa Anita Handicap day March 2

Will they run?

EDIT: Looks like they may kick the card to Sunday:

https://www.drf.com/news/santa-anita-may-move-big-cap-card-sunday-due-rain

(Fun fact, the Santa Anita Handicap used to be...
Forum: General Racing Discussion 02-23-2024, 02:40 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 23,884
Posted By dilanesp
My "solution", which I realize I will never...

My "solution", which I realize I will never convince anyone of, is to give a preference to people on the track by closing betting at 1 minute before post time for off track and internet bettors while...
Forum: **TRIPLE CROWN TRAIL** 02-18-2024, 12:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,612
Posted By dilanesp
As useful as speed figures are, I don't think you...

As useful as speed figures are, I don't think you should pay much attention to them in a situation like this. Sloppy tracks can play crazy different even race-to-race. Just make your own observations...
Forum: General Racing Discussion 02-14-2024, 03:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 8,935
Posted By dilanesp
major track owners forming task force to study and promote artificial surfaces

This is not a surprise. As the technology improves, this is the direction the industry will go in.

https://www.nyra.com/aqueduct/news/nyra-announces-creation-of-all-weather-surfaces-committee
Forum: General Racing Discussion 02-13-2024, 05:34 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 49,656
Posted By dilanesp
Prat's ride on Big City Lights in last Saturday's...

Prat's ride on Big City Lights in last Saturday's Palos Verdes was excellent. He never panicked even as the horse didn't run up to challenge Hopkins. He timed his move perfectly and got up in the...
Forum: General Racing Discussion 02-05-2024, 10:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,600
Posted By dilanesp
BTW, after all that, the rain came a little late....

BTW, after all that, the rain came a little late. They could have gotten the card in yesterday on a fast track.
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