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Old 03-17-2009, 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Kasept
Obviously it can promote interest internationally which can increase publicity, awareness and handle.. Like the Breeders' Cup Double Santa Anita caper designed to get more Euros to nominate foals, it has potential to morph into Euro outfits targeting the rich Triple Crown trail, (easily negotiated now via synthetic surfaces for your turfy type), and pay the $600 nom fee for their sophs.

It's a crazy idea which provides an interesting wrinkle..
All of that may be true, but I wonder how Europeans will take to America's parimutuel wagering. Aren't they more inclined to wager with bookies when given the option? I don't know the answer to that.
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