Horses that don't debut until 4

[Linny]

When did Wanderin Boy start? I know he had a lot of setbacks but they may have come after a few starts early. He may not be a champ but he's far better than an empty stall..

[Betsy]

Originally Posted by philcski

Fresh in my mind, because in his last career start (the Fayette) i had a pick 3 live to him with a will pay of over $3,000 and he ran pretty dismally.

I saw him at Lanes End a month ago, looks good. Doubt he'll be much of a commercial success because it's hard to project someone that started at 5 having win-early sire credibility, but should have some honest runners if they give him time (which they won't.)

Alumni Hall - he didn't run very well in his last few races, but considering that he made his debut so late, he had a very nice career. I'm frankly surprised that he's standing at Lane's End, as they already have his sire and two of his sons (Mingun and Stephen Got Even). I would think he'd be more of a regional sire; I love Indy, but I don't think AH will make in KY>

Originally Posted by Betsy

Alumni Hall - he didn't run very well in his last few races, but considering that he made his debut so late, he had a very nice career. I'm frankly surprised that he's standing at Lane's End, as they already have his sire and two of his sons (Mingun and Stephen Got Even). I would think he'd be more of a regional sire; I love Indy, but I don't think AH will make in KY>

They also stand Mineshaft! I think Alumni Hall would be better-placed at their Texas or Maryland annex.

[Betsy]

Originally Posted by Bold Reasoning

They also stand Mineshaft! I think Alumni Hall would be better-placed at their Texas or Maryland annex.

LOL I can't believe I forgot Mineshaft............wow, I can't wait till his babies run next year

[brockguy]

Kastoria didnt debut til she was 4 - very unusual to see an aga khan filly debuting so late!

[Hickory Hill Hoff]

BOBOMAN....just this past weekend @ Hollywood Park
*see contest - week#3 thread...#19

[Hickory Hill Hoff]

Originally Posted by DaHoss9698

He actually made his debut as a 2 year old in France in 2003. Made 1 start here as a 3 year old, had all of 2005 off. But, he has really put it together this year. Hope they keep him in training for next year, and nice pick by the way.

Sorry, your right - it was his first stake win

[outofthebox]

Can any of you fine race historians tell me how old Kona Gold was when he first started. I know Bruce Headly has had alot of his horses start late, and last along time.

[outofthebox]

Thanks Hoss. I wasn't sure myself, being back east at the time...

[Linny]

Alydar was 10 years dead when Alumni Hall raced. AH is by AP Indy.