Cocoa Beach Had To Come Down

[Gander]

Originally Posted by CSC

I remember that one and it bothered me because of the inconsistency of the stewards. I can't remember the exact call prior to this race but needless to say I was on the wrong end of both calls and at the time remembering why they didn't remain consistent. As a horseplayer that's all you want, a reasonable explanation and more importantly consistent decision making.

I actually needed the heavily favored Country Star to stay up that day for a pick 3, but I was with a friend who badly needed that 2nd place horse. We were by the winner''s circle and were able to watch the jockeys state their cases. I thought for sure she was coming down.

Usually I am on the wrong end of inquiry's/DQs. Most notably and painfully in the Arlington Million the "first time" Powerscourt won, but was controversially taken down. Cost me a ton, and then I had to endure a dinner with friends, who have no clue how much I bet or had riding on that result.