Inquiry in 3rd at Aqueduct

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

He might have, as he was possibly intimidated, but there was a huge opening and moving up the fence at that point is usually right.....as opposed to having to alter course.

I understand your argument but I think in this particular situation it is reasonable to think he did the right thing.

Yeah after watching the replay it's plain to see he used the whip. Real bad decision on Coa's part as his horse was much the best.