I agree Cannon, a "sliding scale" using more points for G1's. Maybe give partial points for sprints vs routes etc.
Matz knew he was putting all his eggs in one basket with Chelokee. Last summer at Saratoga, I knew who this horse was but most folks didn't. Everyone was asking about him. Matz was high on him and Prado rode him for some works. Matz knew that he was not Babaro though. When he lost that allowance in KY last fall then had a slight setback he knew he would probably get in 1 graded prep.
Now he has to hope others drop out or change plans and run in something like the Lexington. He gambled and may have missed the big pot. Of course in the long run his horse may benefit.
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