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Originally Posted by Cardus
Literally accurate? Not sure.
Funny? Hilarious!
I haven't formulated a full opinion yet -- still thinking about the "brought new fans to the sport" angle -- but aside from a horse like Cigar, with an historic win streak, the titans from the late 70s dwarf most (if not all) of the "greats" thereafter.
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Agreed that comparing to Cigar to 70's or other superstars may be apples and oranges, but how do you think horse racing gets new fans? How did you get hooked? Parents? growing up near a track? There are many ways to get fresh blood in what can be a difficult "inner circle" to navigate and I really think that superstars, or preceived superstars, are a big part of it.