The story, while being accurate, is also taking much out of context. First, this one isolated item was part of numerous recommendations that the panel has made. It was not stressed, discussed or made to be a key point. Second, the so called "study" of field size was referenced in a summary and did not mention Eight Belles at all. Was her breakdown the catalyst? Here goes the debate.
This was a several hour symposium that touched upon many very crucial issues that impact our sport and industry. Focusing on just this very one serves a very limited purpose.
In my opinion, from watching the entire symposium, this one item was positioned as perhaps the least important recommendation made in that the others were elaborated on and discussed in more detail and more detail was provided in other parts of the discussion.
Eric
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