11/3-4 (BC): POST DRAWN ~ Sprint, F&M Sprint, T/Sprint, D/Mile

[cakes44]

Kick out Unique Bella and there's nothing special in the F&M Sprint to say the least. Probably gonna take a shot with Ami's Mesa.

[blackthroatedwind]

Originally Posted by cakes44

Kick out Unique Bella and there's nothing special in the F&M Sprint to say the least. Probably gonna take a shot with Ami's Mesa.

As opposed to the other editions of this race that were filled with rocket ships? By the way, what is so "special" about Unique Bella, other than the hype, at this point in her career?

[cakes44]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

As opposed to the other editions of this race that were filled with rocket ships? By the way, what is so "special" about Unique Bella, other than the hype, at this point in her career?

So we're in agreement...sounds good.

[Indian Charlie]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

As opposed to the other editions of this race that were filled with rocket ships? By the way, what is so "special" about Unique Bella, other than the hype, at this point in her career?

She would be a near cinch in the distaff, or whatever they call it now.

As it is, this is the time to try to beat her.

[RHT2004]

Originally Posted by Indian Charlie

She would be a near cinch in the distaff, or whatever they call it now.

As it is, this is the time to try to beat her.

Do you really believe this?

[Indian Charlie]

Originally Posted by RHT2004

Do you really believe this?

She looks so much better visually than anyone else, I believe she has tremendous upside still.

[taxicab]

Always thought Awesome Slew was best going a mile,he was flattered a bit last Saturday at Keenland.
AS reminds of last years Dirt Mile winner Tamarkuz quite a bit........at double digits he's an easy play for me.

[10 pnt move up]

2/1 on mor spirit is insane....even baffert doesnt like him today. I bet Sharp Azteca with the 8 and 9

[LITF]

Originally Posted by cakes44

Kick out Unique Bella and there's nothing special in the F&M Sprint to say the least. Probably gonna take a shot with Ami's Mesa.

I actually think this race came up quite good. Thinking about taking a stab against the hype horse, Unique Bella. Skye Diamonds is sharp right now, she likes Del Mar and should get a good trip. If I can get 6-1 on her I'll take her over Highway Star and Carina Mia, I'm just a sucker for the the latter horse.

[asudevil]

Pardon me if this has been addressed but...Has there ever been an explanation as to why the F&M sprint is 7f and the boys run 6f?

[10 pnt move up]

Originally Posted by asudevil

Pardon me if this has been addressed but...Has there ever been an explanation as to why the F&M sprint is 7f and the boys run 6f?

I would offer two opinions on your question.

1. It does feel like 7 furlong is the distance the better graded races are run for fillies rather than males, such as the Ballarina, Humana Distaff, Test, Santa Monica. Where there are several grade 1's at 6f for males.

2. There has always been some talk that at 6f, and this was really rampant in the 90's that saw several high profile breakdowns in the Sprint, that 6f is especially demanding at this high level. If it had not been set at 6 for 30 years you wonder if they would not prefer it at 7f for males as well. Of course that also interferes with the dirt mile which has no counter with the fillies and mares.