yeah , but his story is very accurate. its actually pretty good journalism. the timing is suspicious as you stated. these stories would go away if the industry gave tougher penalties. if the penalties were tied to owners as well, i think things would change real quickly. as he stated these guys get clients because they win. if "winning" means getting popped for positives and they drag the owners through it as well, this would end real fast. in other words start suspending the trainers, the horse and the owner. the current system is a vacation for the trainer, who is a "fall guy". while his buddy or family member continues the business. it reminds me of high school when they gave me a 5 day suspension. "thanks for the punishment!!!....lol"
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