9/24 (PRX): Cotillion (G1), PA Derby (G2), Gallant Bob (G3)

[freddymo]

Originally Posted by RolloTomasi

Cupid was exposed (again) once he took on the top of the class.

Nyquist and Exaggerator, from the outside, simply look like tired horses. Nyquist showed some signs of life at least. Both should be rested and point for the Malibu after Christmas as an attempt to salvage the 3yo Eclipse and/or as a springboard to a 4yo campaign. Otherwise, they are approaching Monarchos, Orb, Go For Gin, Super Saver, Mine That Bird, Giacomo, Fusaichi Pegasus status.

Didnt Darley buy Nyquist? What 4 year old season? Breeding?

[RolloTomasi]

Originally Posted by freddymo

Didnt Darley buy Nyquist? What 4 year old season? Breeding?

Paul Reddam controls the racing career according to the report on the stud deal late last year and he seems like one that likes to keep them racing. His post race comments for the Penn Derby hinted that he wouldn't be opposed to skipping the BC considering the colt's performance, presumably to regroup for later races (i.e. a 4yo campaign).

At the very least, I would guess that he has his eye on that Pegasus Cup monstrosity early next year.

[freddymo]

Originally Posted by RolloTomasi

Paul Reddam controls the racing career according to the report on the stud deal late last year and he seems like one that likes to keep them racing. His post race comments for the Penn Derby hinted that he wouldn't be opposed to skipping the BC considering the colt's performance, presumably to regroup for later races (i.e. a 4yo campaign).

At the very least, I would guess that he has his eye on that Pegasus Cup monstrosity early next year.

I wonder when Reddam's control expires I would assume at end of 3 year old campaign but I wouldnt know

[RolloTomasi]

Originally Posted by freddymo

I wonder when Reddam's control expires I would assume at end of 3 year old campaign but I wouldnt know

From the Bloodhorse back in Nov. '15:

Reddam and his team, which includes trainer Doug O'Neill, will control the racing career of Nyquist.

"It might be a conversation we have at this time next year to see where we are at the end of his 3-year-old season," Darley chief operating officer Dan Pride said. "If it's the right time to retire him, fine, and if it looks like he should stay in training, then he'll stay in training."

I think Darley will be talked into the Pegasus Cup especially if he skips the BC. Of course, they might also simply set their sights lower and aim for the Dirt Mile.

[Secretriat34]

so does that mean no DWC 2017 for Nyquist ?

maybe he'll be back in his juvy form by then