Defining a "GREAT" horse

Originally Posted by horseofcourse

I certainly think a turf specialist can be great. IF for example, Showing Up stays on turf and wins the rest of his races through his 4 year old year including 2 BC Turf races, he would certainly be considered a great horse...but then of course he would have 2 turf championships under his belt so he would meet criteria set by BB.

But first ...

... he'd have to beat After Market ... and that's not likely.

Could the undefeated multiple-champion After Market be considered "great" ... hmmm ... since I've already predicted big things for him ... I'd have to recuse myself as a judge in the matter.