Great day @ FG yesterday... passed a good time with FGFan and her paddock bar entourage. Cashed some tickets & left some money behind, too... Bloody Marys, corned beef, cold Bud, and fresh picked-that-morning Louisiana strawberries (courtesy of Mr. FGFan) -- now, that's an awesome day at the races.
Only Proudinsky stood between me and Pick 5 (and Pick 4)... grrr, where's that all button when you need it.
Euroears is big sprinting machine. Circular Quay pulled off Louisiana Derby (2007)/New Orleans Handicap (2008) double. Fourth horse in FG history to accomplish that feat. Proud Spell avenged her Silverbulletday loss with rousing stretch run victory over Eclipse winner, Indian Blessing.
Finally, Pyro is real deal. Instead of last-to-first performance, he stalks early pace, rates, waits along rail, tips out, and accelerates to handy victory. I would suggest that learning to win is more important than final speed at this stage of Derby Trail. Versatility may prove important trying to navigate Kentucky Derby 20-horse cavalry charge.
Again, don't blame Pyro for lack of competition in his recent races. He is only responsible for his performance and did not falter. Pyro didn't select field in his latest races. He just towered over them.