I think it's a great cover. The best pieces written on his victory are as much about what it meant the people watching the race as they are about the horse, and this cover captures that- all those arms and cameras in the air, wanting to preserve that moment when he crossed the wire. Because it meant so much to all of us who've been waiting so long to see it happen. Ninety thousand people, all cheering for the same horse. Because, really, why would anyone spend the time and money to go out to Belmont hoping to see him lose?
That day belonged both to racing fans and to the horse. Nice to see them both celebrated on the cover.
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Gentlemen! We're burning daylight! Riders up! -Bill Murray
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