Discreet Cat earns 115 Beyer Speed Figure

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Originally Posted by randallscott35

Couldn't agree more. Beat older horses a few times before he is annointed the best thing since sliced bread...Plus, taking a shot at his foals is premature. Plus I don't judge horses based on how well they do in the shed. Is Spectacular Bid somehow downgraded b/c he was a bust in the shed? Of course not. Let's give Bernardini some time. Like another year. Then we can look again.

Fair enough, but I've seen plenty of posts knocking this horse for winning too easily. Should Bernardini be penalized for being exceptionally talented? I also think people are assuming that he will show no heart when challenged- based on what? What happens if he wins the Classic in fine style, and doesn't have to truly dig down to earn that victory? Does he then get penalized because he was too good, even for the older horses?