Barbaro in a sling - picture

Originally Posted by Downthestretch55

Welcome back Paul,
Nice pic. Good report today.
Cast was changed and he keeps fighting.
It's a long way out of the woods but with so many rooting for him, I'm hoping he finds the path.

hope so to, its still tough to believe the derbywinner was almost killed in the preakness, truely a historical event.
thats 2 years in a row the derby winner has lost his racing career on the pimlico dirt.

[Downthestretch55]

Originally Posted by Secretariat

hope so to, its still tough to believe the derbywinner was almost killed in the preakness, truely a historical event.
thats 2 years in a row the derby winner has lost his racing career on the pimlico dirt.

I've never been to Pimlico. Might be something about the turns but I really don't know.
Now, after all the "bad stuff" that's been happening, some writers are pouring gasoline on the fire (see the thread about Arlington).
Man! I'd love to see every horse go into the post sound and come out the exact same way.
Seems to me, that like everything else in life, there comes a risk with trying to win. That's racing. That's life.
Winners find a way to capture our hearts.
And so do some of the "also rans" that give their hearts, and lives.

Barbaro has captured many folks hearts. I sure hope he makes it.

[1st_Saturday_in_May]

Originally Posted by Secretariat

hope so to, its still tough to believe the derbywinner was almost killed in the preakness, truely a historical event.
thats 2 years in a row the derby winner has lost his racing career on the pimlico dirt.

But only one can be truly blamed on the Pimlico dirt. It wasnt the track's fault that Afleet Alex injured himself...

Also, prayers for Barbaro! And nice to see you back Paul! Stay a while this time

[miraja2]

Originally Posted by Secretariat

thats 2 years in a row the derby winner has lost his racing career on the pimlico dirt.

I don't remember Giacomo losing his racing career last year in the Preakness.

[Buffymommy]

Originally Posted by miraja2

I don't remember Giacomo losing his racing career last year in the Preakness.

I was thinking the same thing miraja. Isn't Giacomo still racing or atleast in training?

[1st_Saturday_in_May]

Originally Posted by Buffymommy

I was thinking the same thing miraja. Isn't Giacomo still racing or atleast in training?

Races Saturday at DelMar in the San Diego Handicap. Trainer says dont expect much from him at 8.5f except for him to be moving late. My guess is a solid 3rd, about 7-9 lengths behind the winner (whomever that will be)

[sumitas]

Dr Richardson says the next few weeks are critical insofar as starting the slow process of regrowing his hoof. After that we wait 6 months for the process to complete. Wouldn't we all love to see him walk, even hobble, without his casts ?

I guess he likes his sling and is even having fun with it so that's great.

[1st_Saturday_in_May]

I just love that this horse seems to be so smart. How many horses would allow this stuff to happen to their body and still be accepting of it? Casts. Slings. You name it, he's endured it. Just seems like he knows. Everyday when I wake up I brace for the worst (a bad habit but thats the first thing I generally think when I click on this site) but he hasnt let anyone down so far. Hang in there Bobby!

little confusion, giacomo did win the derby and he also had two legs that underwent surgery. but i was referring to AA getting injured at Pimlico, and i do believe it is the dirt that is to blame there. i have an opinion just like everyone else.

[kentuckyrosesinmay]

Originally Posted by 1st_Saturday_in_May

I just love that this horse seems to be so smart. How many horses would allow this stuff to happen to their body and still be accepting of it? Casts. Slings. You name it, he's endured it. Just seems like he knows. Everyday when I wake up I brace for the worst (a bad habit but thats the first thing I generally think when I click on this site) but he hasnt let anyone down so far. Hang in there Bobby!

My horse probably would have broke his other leg trying to get out of the stuff. He's a very high-strung eight year old. Yes, not many three year olds are like Barbaro. He is a charismatic champion through and through. This horse may just make it. I'm still hoping and praying for the best.

[zippyneedsawin]

Originally Posted by 1st_Saturday_in_May

I just love that this horse seems to be so smart. How many horses would allow this stuff to happen to their body and still be accepting of it? Casts. Slings. You name it, he's endured it. Just seems like he knows. Everyday when I wake up I brace for the worst (a bad habit but thats the first thing I generally think when I click on this site) but he hasnt let anyone down so far. Hang in there Bobby!

Yep, Barbaro's personality, temperment, and intelligence are helping keep in alive. What a brave horse. Keep fighting, champ!

[1st_Saturday_in_May]

Originally Posted by miraja2

I don't remember Giacomo losing his racing career last year in the Preakness.

I think he meant Afleet Alex. Small oopsie cause I think most knew what he meant

[Downthestretch55]

Originally Posted by 1st_Saturday_in_May

I think he meant Afleet Alex. Small oopsie cause I think most knew what he meant

Thanks for clearing that up. I was scratching my head.
I was thinking of AA on his turn for home. The track didn't cause Barbaro's injury. Most agree that it was an unfortunate step.
And, no...I don't want to "open a can of worms" with those that disagree.
We've discussed this a while ago.

[zippyneedsawin]

Originally Posted by Secretariat

hope so to, its still tough to believe the derbywinner was almost killed in the preakness, truely a historical event.
thats 2 years in a row the derby winner has lost his racing career on the pimlico dirt.

I don't think you can blame either specifically on Pimlico's dirt. Barbaro took a bad step, that could have happened on any track.( I don't know the answer for sure why he took the bad step, but I haven't heard many blame the track conditions that day).. and AA was nearly knocked over by another horse, the dirt has an alibi!