Matz, the epitome of class

#1 11-07-2006, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by miraja2

No question about it. Our sport needs more like him.

He oughta to get a special eclipse award this year, no question. He does the business prouder than anyone. There are some folks on here talking about class being not making excuses after a race when you lose, if thats class then whats this guy? This guy is absolutely a man I will forever hold in the highest esteem possible.
He suffers through watching one of the greats breakdown and fight for his life all year, then wins a cup race and says another horse deserved it more and says Dini earned the championship. Wow, this guy is definitely all substance as compared to so many guys who are just all style and no substance.

Five Star Derek · #2 11-07-2006, 07:38 AM

Matz oozes with class. I've spoken to him on a number of occasions. He remains humble no matter what sort of success he's experienced. A true gentleman.

#3 11-07-2006, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Five Star Derek

Matz oozes with class. I've spoken to him on a number of occasions. He remains humble no matter what sort of success he's experienced. A true gentleman.

I don't think I've ever seen anyone take their opportunity in front of the press to actually campaign for two rivals.

#4 11-07-2006, 07:48 AM

thanks for the info,Oracle.
We need more like this guy.

Sorry to miss you Saturday, and hope you did well.

Good luck!

Buffymommy · #5 11-07-2006, 07:58 AM

He started with hunters and jumpers. Enough said.

#6 11-07-2006, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Buffymommy

He started with hunters and jumpers. Enough said.

Buffy the guy is pure class, and I've never met the guy so its not like hes a buddy or client I'm pumping up.
Obviously he is a true horseman and more importantly posesses class displayed by very few people.

Cajungator26 · #7 11-07-2006, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by oracle80

Buffy the guy is pure class, and I've never met the guy so its not like hes a buddy or client I'm pumping up.
Obviously he is a true horseman and more importantly posesses class displayed by very few people.

He's a great teacher too...

I trained with him in 5 or 6 jumper clinics. He's got a way with people AND animals.

LARHAGE · #8 11-07-2006, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Buffymommy

He started with hunters and jumpers. Enough said.

He was also very classy back than, I have always been very fond of him since those Sporthorse days, a true asset to the game.

#9 11-07-2006, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by jackofhearts

thanks for the info,Oracle.
We need more like this guy.

Sorry to miss you Saturday, and hope you did well.

Good luck!

Jack I really wanted to meet you and many others but I'm so busy when i get down there. Where I am lucky enough to hang out all day is very far away from the main part of the facility as well.
I had an eventful trip and will be posting a "Scavs" type summation of it.
Maybe in the spring we can hook up at the Derby.
I got lucky and good the last three races of what had been a tough beat aggravating trip up until then.

Dunbar · #10 11-08-2006, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by oracle80

I don't think I've ever seen anyone take their opportunity in front of the press to actually campaign for two rivals.

That has to be a first. It's remarkable in fact, especially with regards to Bernardini/Barbaro. Nice to have someone like that in the sport.

--Dunbar