Tom Durkin to retire August 31st

Originally Posted by Cardus

Who was Durkin SUPPOSED to call after announcing that Arazi ran past Bertrando, the horse running in 5th???

Of course we was supposed to call Bertrando. He was still running a clear second. It's the way he described the scene that I enjoyed very much.

[TouchOfGrey]

From Jerry Bossert of the NY Daily News:

Final Belmont Stakes for veteran announcer Tom Durkin

Could California Chrome give Durkin his first Triple Crown victory call in his final assignment? We will find out as the 63-year-old will call his last Belmont.

How awesome would that be?

[GenuineRisk]

Originally Posted by TouchOfGrey

From Jerry Bossert of the NY Daily News:

Final Belmont Stakes for veteran announcer Tom Durkin


How awesome would that be?

It would be a sign of a just universe.

[TouchOfGrey]

Originally Posted by GenuineRisk

It would be a sign of a just universe.

Originally Posted by Cardus

I didn't see it as genius.

Cool. That's what makes the world go round.

[richard burch]

durkin is just the best....period. he just didnt call races. he told stories. he will be missed.(by me anyway)

[TouchOfGrey]

NY Times : One Last Shot for the Voice of Racing

At Belmont Stakes, Tom Durkin Will Try a Final Time for a Triple Crown Call