In October I would have emphatically rejected any idea that Gun Runner could compare to Curlin.
(and my results suffered accordingly when I received hundreds less than had others won
)
It's tougher today, so soon after seeing Gun Runner run so well in a top field.
In a 'dream race' Gun Runner may also have some advantage for being forwardly placed.
I'm happy to say both were great horses. Let's not forget Curlin's career. I don't mind doing the whole 'Two of Asmussen's best' thing that honors both.