5/2 (CD): Kentucky Derby (G1)

[Dunbar]

Originally Posted by miraja2

I really need somebody to explain to me how or why he isn't the overwhelming favorite to win this race. In my opinion, his last two starts are both better than any race any other horse in the field has ever run. His workout two days ago over the track was ultra-sharp, he has a good post position, he has tactical speed, has demonstrated that he can handle dirt, etc. etc. etc.

To me he is clearly the best horse coming into the race. Obviously any number of things could happen in a 20-horse race, and I understand a desire to try to beat a favorite. But if that favorite is much the best and is something like 7/2.....I'm not sure it makes much sense to pass that up.

Yes, yes, yes. Very well said.

Originally Posted by philski

I have a big problem with POTN, and it has nothing to do with synthetics versus dirt.

He's too slow.

Exactly.

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