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Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind
I do not have the luxury that some do of repeating unfounded rumors and I never repeat things I know in confidence.
Other than the Cigar Mile and King's Bishop, I doubt there is really a Grade 1 left for Circular Quay to win, and considering Coolmore's operation, with breeding dollars of the utmost importance, I don't see why they would risk devaluing a horse who has very little upside potential.
They took a shot in the Preakness, as it was really the only choice other than the Met Mile ( where he may well have been competitive ), in an attempt to increase his value. Sure, they can throw him in the Belmont and pray, but otherwise I doubt they will risk exposing him anymore.
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I respect your discretion and guarantee the only "industry insider" information I'm ever privy to is who Travis Stone likes in the PK4.
Considering CQ has had a rather poor year in terms of adding to his value it would make perfect sense to retire him. I suppose they could point to the King's Bishop, using the logic that he could get a fast pace and that he knows how to pick up the pieces when a race falls apart.
The Belmont would be a horrendous spot for him- of that I'm quite sure.
NT