You get small fields because the racing is a bit tougher. Clemente, Motion, etc...tough trainers with class stock. They use this as a good spot to start many well-bred European runners being moved to the states. Proximity to Fair Hill Training Center and Tapeta Farm also means you'll probably face some Barclay Tagg, Mike Matz, and Michael Dickinson stock as well. Bottom line is that it is usually just tougher racing or races with at least one horse you're pretty sure you can't beat. So, many just stay away.
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04-27-2007, 09:23 AM
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