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Old 03-04-2010, 09:08 PM
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Interesting article in the New York Times on Thursday:

Jackson has questions about Rachel Alexandra’s fitness, which he gauged at “about 85 percent” of where she should be now. He is also trying to manage expectations for her coming 4-year-old campaign.

One thing that he guaranteed was that if his filly was not dead-solid perfect in the days leading to the Apple Blossom, she would not run.

“We are targeting the Apple Blossom,” he said. “We are stretching to get there. But if we’re not in top shape, we’re not going.”

Jackson also continues to lobby for Rachel Alexandra to face Zenyatta three times before the year is out.

“If they beat us in one race, they might just disappear and retire her undefeated,” Jackson said. “If they commit to the best of three, it would be great for the sport and a better way to judge both these great horses.”

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/04/sports/04racing.html
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