2f and 4f baby races

[rgustafson]

Originally Posted by jpops757

These races are no more rhan paid workouts.In the long run I think they even contribute to the fragility of the colts. So much presure to win early.Establishing foundation and giving a colt time to mature before cranking them up is lost while trying to win purses for insignafant reasons at distances more suited for 1/4 horses.

At least the about 4.5 furlong races at Keeneland are partially around a gentle turn but the 2 furlong races run completely straight at Santa Anita are absolutely ridiculous for thoroughbreds. Good God, even a 3 furlong work is around a turn.