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06-23-2014, 07:15 PM
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I think Dan has it right that it would do very little to the general public and would not bring new fans to the game. It would be nice for people like us though but we are already hooked. I would be in favor of something being tried but I just don't know how successful it would be. I remember a series in the early 1990s that started off pretty well but tailed off. If something were to be created, I'd like it to be showcase more versatility than just being run at middle distances. Maybe something starting with the Met Mile then going to 10f then ending with 12f on grass.
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06-23-2014, 07:18 PM
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I can't speak for Dan but I didn't get the impression that he was speaking of something to rival the current TC in history and prestige. I got the feeling that the thinking is more about creating something for older runners as an incentive to encourage them staying in training past their 3yo seasons.
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06-23-2014, 07:56 PM
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The public barely has any knowledge of Breeder's Cup so this idea won't work.
What could work though would be big money race the day after MLB's All Star Game. This is usually a day void of any sports and it could fill a huge vacuum. Yes it would be mid-week but that's when the Brits run many of their big races. It would have to be for older horses because you could not count on any 3YOs in early July.
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