Should JCGC return to 16F ?

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Originally Posted by sumitas

Because of the BC initiative for a "marathon" division this is the perfect year to return the Jockey Club Gold Cup to 16F, as it used to be. I surmise this move could very well place the JCGC back to elite status. Group Plan was the last to win at that distance, 1975 in 3:23.20. Trained by The Chief.

Among many notables to win the JCGC at that distance, 1921 - 1975, was Kelso, winning a mind boggling 5 in a row from 1960-1964. He set the race record in 1964 at 3:19.20... Forego won in 1974 in 3:21.20.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jockey_Club_Gold_Cup

I honestly don't care what distance the race is run at, but the suggestion that the people in charge of a race with the history and importance of the JCGC should do ANYTHING differently just because the Breeders' Cup added some stupid new 12f race is completely insane and demonstrates the heart of the entire problem.
This sport SHOULD NOT revolve around this stupid day....or two days....or a month and half....or however long they decide to make this hideous event.