POST SCRIPT: Sumwon 5-26

[ArlJim78]

Originally Posted by brianwspencer

Just an incredible race to watch. It's amazing how my heart jumps out of my chest during the stretch runs of these races, not owning any of her, just pulling so hard for you guys to get into the winner's circle one of these times.

It really has been so much fun to watch her progress and to see how everyone (more or less!) comes together on the forum over her, owner or not.
Congrats to all the owners!

I'm not an owner but you better believe I was shouting when she came down the stretch yesterday. Its a good story to follow.

I felt bad after the race because I wanted the crew to get in the winner's circle. There really isn't a better feeling than getting your picture taken, and dag nabbit, sumwon deserved to have hers taken yesterday.

Oh well. It's coming sooner rather than later. She's a fighter and has the heart of a champion.

[pweizer]

Sumwon has to be the purchase of the year. Further, the job Chuck has done with her is just amazing. I hope to be able to make it out to her next race which I am sure will be a winning one.

I can't say enough in the way of thanks to Chuck and Steve for allowing me to be part of this amazing journey.

Paul

[Scav]

Originally Posted by ArlJim78

I'm not an owner but you better believe I was shouting when she came down the stretch yesterday. Its a good story to follow.

While I almost broke my leg on Wednesday getting O Bee Naki home, my hand is extremely sore from a curled up Arlington house form getting into Sumwon.....

What was great is that these Ragozin guys that my dad and I were sitting in front of were saying "NO WAY this horse hits the board, 7 pt top, stupid money" I turn around and smile at them. Half of the gold room was all over her including friends of Dellinger (owners of Taylor) who my dad and I sit next to all the time now. It was awesome

[PSH]

This has been a great experience owning a part of her and what a ride.
What a great purchase and it is gratifying to see Chuck and his team and Steve get some nice purse money in the last two starts and retaining her conditions. Can't wait to see her at Saratoga in August and if lucky to get to see her race when our family makes our trip there.

Thanks again,

Paul

[ALostTexan]

Seems like you have found a nice equine ATM. I know that everyone wants a win, but she keeps her condition, but just keeps on making money for the DeeTee team. Way to earn her keep...

ALostTexan

[AeWingnut]

Just one more Place finish at this level and Dee Tee gets the purchase price back. Just need to get a win at this level to get the purchase price and Chuck taken care of.

After the race Sumwon was definately into eatting. Got peppermints she's got the time.. otherwise she just wanted to left with her oats.

I don't know what I saw going into the top of the stretch. Was Willie or Sumwon trying to not Le Chateau by - knock her off stride? The run to the wire tells me she wants to win. She belongs in allowance company - just keeps running into better horses.

Maybe she can move forward. I'm sure Chuck has a better idea of what she is capable of. To go from low to mid level claimers to this is great. Better than I hoped for.

My racing and non-racing friends love hearing about her. I have a friend that insists on coming with me to see her next race. I don't know if she can feel the love but I know there are people all over the country and some outside the country that are cheering for her.

This has been really great. I never really cared about going to the track until now.

[Downthestretch55]

I'm thrilled for all...the owners, the trainer, the jock...EVERYONE!!!
So cool!

[pmacdaddy]

Simply thrilled with her progress! Many thabks to Chuck, Steve and rest of team.

So happy to be involved with this gutsy filly. Could not have asked for more.

Does Willy travel to Saratoga? Very nice to have a Jock taking an interest in her.

[SentToStud]

Originally Posted by Scav

While I almost broke my leg on Wednesday getting O Bee Naki home, my hand is extremely sore from a curled up Arlington house form getting into Sumwon.....

What was great is that these Ragozin guys that my dad and I were sitting in front of were saying "NO WAY this horse hits the board, 7 pt top, stupid money" I turn around and smile at them. Half of the gold room was all over her including friends of Dellinger (owners of Taylor) who my dad and I sit next to all the time now. It was awesome

The Roger Vice crew? Hopefully they learned a little yesterday. She ran great.

[SuffolkGirl]

Great job everyone! I missed the race and only just got to an internet connection. Thank you Chuck, Cherie, Steve, Willie and everyone else involved in her care. That she runs so well is a testament to her daily good care.

I am really hoping to make it to the next race!

[dellinger63]

Originally Posted by Scav

While I almost broke my leg on Wednesday getting O Bee Naki home, my hand is extremely sore from a curled up Arlington house form getting into Sumwon.....

What was great is that these Ragozin guys that my dad and I were sitting in front of were saying "NO WAY this horse hits the board, 7 pt top, stupid money" I turn around and smile at them. Half of the gold room was all over her including friends of Dellinger (owners of Taylor) who my dad and I sit next to all the time now. It was awesome

Please tell me they didn't pound her and aren't responsible for the low odds.

This was abolutely a gas and we didn't win. The track photographer said it was the most 2nd place photos they have sold besides the Derby. It was great meeting everyone (plus 20). One thing I will say is if the next time she runs and you're on the fence between coming or not hurdle the fence and GO!

Scavs see ya tomorrow and want a beer if you have any of that pic 6 money left. Lol

[PeteMugg]

Steve, that's a great summation of a fantastic effort by Sumwon on a beautiful day at Churchill Downs. You and Chuck and crew are doing a wonderful job. The win would have been the only thing that could've made it a little sweeter. It was good to see such a nice turn out of DTers. Benny Leger is correct, this is a wonderful story that could get even better.
Thanks again.

Chris

[PPerfectfan]

Originally Posted by dellinger63

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Please tell me they didn't pound her and aren't responsible for the low odds.

This was abolutely a gas and we didn't win. The track photographer said it was the most 2nd place photos they have sold besides the Derby. It was great meeting everyone (plus 20). One thing I will say is if the next time she runs and you're on the fence between coming or not hurdle the fence and GO!

Scavs see ya tomorrow and want a beer if you have any of that pic 6 money left. Lol

Hey 2nd's aint bad. Now years ago we had a gutsy gelding (Not named Funny Cide!)QH that ran 7 2nd's in a row. I finally told the jock, "Look, I dont care if you have to jump off, DONT RUN 2nd!!!!!" lol But those checks sure are nice.

[GPK]

I said it last time, but I think it bears repeating.

I am happy for all in involved. I have no stake in this horse (other than the really nice double I was sitting on had she won yesterday), but what brings me the most pleasure in this whole ordeal is to see this girl paying for herself these past two races. For Chuck to be doing what he is doing, out of the kindness of his own heart, gives faith in the principle that good things happen to good people. You can search far and wide and not find many trainers that would do what he is doing.





Chuck, with that all said, introduce me to your hotwalker....she is smoking

[Zippy Chippy]

Originally Posted by GPK

I said it last time, but I think it bears repeating.

I am happy for all in involved. I have no stake in this horse (other than the really nice double I was sitting on had she won yesterday), but what brings me the most pleasure in this whole ordeal is to see this girl paying for herself these past two races. For Chuck to be doing what he is doing, out of the kindness of his own heart, gives faith in the principle that good things happen to good people. You can search far and wide and not find many trainers that would do what he is doing.

Great job, Steve, Chuck and all the rest of the partners. Like GPK, I'm just on the bandwagon, but this is just so much fun to follow Sumwon and root her (and you guys!) on. Thanks for taking the risk and making this happen. Glad to hear that she came out of the race in good shape and look forward to rooting her on in the next one. Congratulations, guys, and keep up the good work!

[jman5581]

Originally Posted by GPK

Chuck, with that all said, introduce me to your hotwalker....she is smoking

I wasn't going to broach this subject... but now that GPK has, my friend in Louisville thinks the same thing. Funny, he's not really a big racing fan but he had no problem coming to the races with me on Friday when I told him Chuck had a horse in the 4th (which scratched).

[Benny Leger]

Originally Posted by jman5581

I wasn't going to broach this subject... but now that GPK has, my friend in Louisville thinks the same thing. Funny, he's not really a big racing fan but he had no problem coming to the races with me on Friday when I told him Chuck had a horse in the 4th (which scratched).

While Cherie is most definitely easy on the eyes, she is much more than a hot walker. Having been a guest at Chuck's barn on several occasions, it does not take long to figure out she knows horses. She spent two weeks at FG earlier this year in the irons atop Sumwonlovesyou just walking her on the track and letting her stand and watch the other hoerses work. Teaching her during Chuck's "retraining program" that she did'nt have to be in a hurry every time she steps on the track. The partners are lucky that Cherie has taken such a vital interest in SWLY. Thanks Cherie.

[ddthetide]

Originally Posted by dellinger63

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Please tell me they didn't pound her and aren't responsible for the low odds.

This was abolutely a gas and we didn't win. The track photographer said it was the most 2nd place photos they have sold besides the Derby. It was great meeting everyone (plus 20). One thing I will say is if the next time she runs and you're on the fence between coming or not hurdle the fence and GO!

Scavs see ya tomorrow and want a beer if you have any of that pic 6 money left. Lol

THANKS to steve and chuck for all the hard work and for being such great hosts.
thanks chuck and Sumwon for the great day friday at the barn. lunch with chuck, kelly and martin was a excellent afternoon.
it was GREAT to finally meet partners and spend the afternoon with all. what a decent and friendly group.
to echo Dell's statement. GO!! to the next race! my wife and i CAN"T wait to go again! you have NO idea what a great time you are missing!
IF you get the chance to go the day before, go back to barn and spend it with our star! Sumwon was great to watch workout and hang out with.
most of all race day, how can you not love her heart and her effort!
we are working on our pictures, hope to get them up tonight or tomorrow.

[Danzig]

just got home a little while ago--long drive back, but no way we wouldn't do it again in a moment! kids had a blast, i know i did! i'll get pics up tomorrow, don't feel like tackling downloading tonite.
we went by the barn this morning for a few minutes before tackling the drive home, i got a few pics of sumwon lounging in the straw.

thanks to chuck, cherie and the rest of his crew--they have done a magnificent job with sumwon. and of course, thanks to our fearless leader, steve!!