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Originally Posted by Cannon Shell
I believe Risen Star worked 32.4 before the Belmont.
Some problems with issuing even theoretical beyers for works are
1. horses start with a running start
2. timing can be less than accurate
3. there is usually more moisture in the tracks early in the morning
4. some horses are worked on medication
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They start with a running start during actual races as well. I remember when I was about 8 years old and I first tried to hand time a race ... I couldn't for the life of me figure out why my time kept coming back a few seconds slower every time. It took more than a few go's before I finally figured out races aren't timed from when the gates open.
I agree though ... reason #2 alone is king.
Imagine if you tried to make a sheet figure for a morning workout - you wouldn't know how wide they were on the turn - or if the excersize rider weighed 110lbs or 165lbs.