Defining a great horse

[The Indomitable DrugS]

Originally Posted by Sightseek

Where would you put a horse like Formal Gold?

Top 5 factors:

1. Ability as a dirt horse (Elite)
2. Ability to beat good horses (beat super horses with ease)
3. Ability to run fast figures (Elite)
4. Ability to be consistant and hold form (Fail)
5. Ability to handle tough trips, bad rides, and unfavorable circumstances (Never faced any major adversity in his big races)

Probably too many flaws to consider a great horse ... but certainly an all-time great talent.

[eajinabi]

Ability of a horse that can run and win at sprints as well as routes.
Ability of a horse that can run and win as a closer, stalker or front runner.

Ghostzapper