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Old 08-27-2016, 08:26 AM
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Very well deserved recognition.

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Old 08-27-2016, 08:47 AM
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What an honor to have a legend of the sport sing your praises.

Well deserved, Mr. Robot.
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Old 08-27-2016, 10:13 AM
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Thanks all for the generous responses and ongoing support. Anything that's happened to me stems from DT and the great group of players and fans assembled here. Endlessly grateful to all of you.
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Old 08-27-2016, 10:27 AM
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Steve Dellinger told me at the CD BC...'96 I think...that he had to introduce me to the most passionate horseman in town, Steve Byk. I had never heard of him but Steve was gracious and in future years very generous with his time and knowledge. That night he also introduced me to Chuck Simon...enough said

Great and overdue tribute
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Old 08-27-2016, 11:01 AM
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I can honestly say that if I had not accidentally come across ATR on the radio, I would have lost my desire to continue learning about this great sport. I googled "Byk" and found his website but not the Forum initially. Once I did, I felt a feeling of acceptance from the members even though my experience level was low. I do not have any acquaintances socially that follow horse racing and so my social interaction is internet based.
I remember when I first met Steve and Tina, he was doing the show live at the NHC....Tina came up to me when I motioned if I could meet Steve...both acted as if they had known me forever. Great people....
I give Steve all the credit for attracting me to this sport and gratitude for all this man does for this sport and his followers.
Great article....and I'm not trying to be a suck-up, just a lot of gratitude. Thanks Steve and Tina!
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Old 08-27-2016, 11:17 AM
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Just showed the boss on TVG resplendid in pink blazer today.
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Old 08-27-2016, 01:46 PM
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Just showed the boss on TVG resplendid in pink blazer today.
It's salmon man!!
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Old 08-29-2016, 01:00 PM
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I can honestly say that if I had not accidentally come across ATR on the radio, I would have lost my desire to continue learning about this great sport.
ATR brought me back to racing after a long absence. Yes, there is a wealth of information about racing on the internets, but there is nothing like hearing from trainers and jockeys in their own words and voices, and getting tips from some of the best handicappers around. I was going to punt XM before I found ATR.

Nice write up by Haskin. No doubt an Eclipse is in the future.
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Old 08-29-2016, 01:27 PM
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I go back to the days when the show was with the florida trainer and his wife..Gracie?? Ive enjoyed the show ever since..thanks steve..
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