POST SCRIPT: Sumwon 5-26

[dellinger63]

Originally Posted by Scav

While I almost broke my leg on Wednesday getting O Bee Naki home, my hand is extremely sore from a curled up Arlington house form getting into Sumwon.....

What was great is that these Ragozin guys that my dad and I were sitting in front of were saying "NO WAY this horse hits the board, 7 pt top, stupid money" I turn around and smile at them. Half of the gold room was all over her including friends of Dellinger (owners of Taylor) who my dad and I sit next to all the time now. It was awesome

Please tell me they didn't pound her and aren't responsible for the low odds.

This was abolutely a gas and we didn't win. The track photographer said it was the most 2nd place photos they have sold besides the Derby. It was great meeting everyone (plus 20). One thing I will say is if the next time she runs and you're on the fence between coming or not hurdle the fence and GO!

Scavs see ya tomorrow and want a beer if you have any of that pic 6 money left. Lol

[PeteMugg]

Steve, that's a great summation of a fantastic effort by Sumwon on a beautiful day at Churchill Downs. You and Chuck and crew are doing a wonderful job. The win would have been the only thing that could've made it a little sweeter. It was good to see such a nice turn out of DTers. Benny Leger is correct, this is a wonderful story that could get even better.
Thanks again.

Chris

[PPerfectfan]

Originally Posted by dellinger63

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Please tell me they didn't pound her and aren't responsible for the low odds.

This was abolutely a gas and we didn't win. The track photographer said it was the most 2nd place photos they have sold besides the Derby. It was great meeting everyone (plus 20). One thing I will say is if the next time she runs and you're on the fence between coming or not hurdle the fence and GO!

Scavs see ya tomorrow and want a beer if you have any of that pic 6 money left. Lol

Hey 2nd's aint bad. Now years ago we had a gutsy gelding (Not named Funny Cide!)QH that ran 7 2nd's in a row. I finally told the jock, "Look, I dont care if you have to jump off, DONT RUN 2nd!!!!!" lol But those checks sure are nice.

[GPK]

I said it last time, but I think it bears repeating.

I am happy for all in involved. I have no stake in this horse (other than the really nice double I was sitting on had she won yesterday), but what brings me the most pleasure in this whole ordeal is to see this girl paying for herself these past two races. For Chuck to be doing what he is doing, out of the kindness of his own heart, gives faith in the principle that good things happen to good people. You can search far and wide and not find many trainers that would do what he is doing.





Chuck, with that all said, introduce me to your hotwalker....she is smoking

[Zippy Chippy]

Originally Posted by GPK

I said it last time, but I think it bears repeating.

I am happy for all in involved. I have no stake in this horse (other than the really nice double I was sitting on had she won yesterday), but what brings me the most pleasure in this whole ordeal is to see this girl paying for herself these past two races. For Chuck to be doing what he is doing, out of the kindness of his own heart, gives faith in the principle that good things happen to good people. You can search far and wide and not find many trainers that would do what he is doing.

Great job, Steve, Chuck and all the rest of the partners. Like GPK, I'm just on the bandwagon, but this is just so much fun to follow Sumwon and root her (and you guys!) on. Thanks for taking the risk and making this happen. Glad to hear that she came out of the race in good shape and look forward to rooting her on in the next one. Congratulations, guys, and keep up the good work!

[jman5581]

Originally Posted by GPK

Chuck, with that all said, introduce me to your hotwalker....she is smoking

I wasn't going to broach this subject... but now that GPK has, my friend in Louisville thinks the same thing. Funny, he's not really a big racing fan but he had no problem coming to the races with me on Friday when I told him Chuck had a horse in the 4th (which scratched).

[Benny Leger]

Originally Posted by jman5581

I wasn't going to broach this subject... but now that GPK has, my friend in Louisville thinks the same thing. Funny, he's not really a big racing fan but he had no problem coming to the races with me on Friday when I told him Chuck had a horse in the 4th (which scratched).

While Cherie is most definitely easy on the eyes, she is much more than a hot walker. Having been a guest at Chuck's barn on several occasions, it does not take long to figure out she knows horses. She spent two weeks at FG earlier this year in the irons atop Sumwonlovesyou just walking her on the track and letting her stand and watch the other hoerses work. Teaching her during Chuck's "retraining program" that she did'nt have to be in a hurry every time she steps on the track. The partners are lucky that Cherie has taken such a vital interest in SWLY. Thanks Cherie.

[AeWingnut]

Originally Posted by Benny Leger

While Cherie is most definitely easy on the eyes, she is much more than a hot walker. Having been a guest at Chuck's barn on several occasions, it does not take long to figure out she knows horses. She spent two weeks at FG earlier this year in the irons atop Sumwonlovesyou just walking her on the track and letting her stand and watch the other hoerses work. Teaching her during Chuck's "retraining program" that she did'nt have to be in a hurry every time she steps on the track. The partners are lucky that Cherie has taken such a vital interest in SWLY. Thanks Cherie.

Yes,
I think her title is assistant trainer. Cherie has been an integral part of bringing Sumwon along. From what I understand Cherie gallops Sumwon a lot. Sumwon has gone from being a nervous wreck scared of other horses to a horse that wants to chase other horses down. Thanks Cherie/TC/Chuck and everyone else.

[horseofcourse]

I am extremely pleased to have gotten involved in this. Great write-up Steve, and I again must thank and compliment Chuck on the incredible job he has done with her to this point. When I saw what she had ran when we bought her and to think she is now putting up 80 plus Beyers is 1000 times more than I expected in all honesty. She's just a nice horse. Incredible job by Chuck picking her out. (He may know as much about racing as basketball!)

[ddthetide]

Originally Posted by dellinger63

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Please tell me they didn't pound her and aren't responsible for the low odds.

This was abolutely a gas and we didn't win. The track photographer said it was the most 2nd place photos they have sold besides the Derby. It was great meeting everyone (plus 20). One thing I will say is if the next time she runs and you're on the fence between coming or not hurdle the fence and GO!

Scavs see ya tomorrow and want a beer if you have any of that pic 6 money left. Lol

THANKS to steve and chuck for all the hard work and for being such great hosts.
thanks chuck and Sumwon for the great day friday at the barn. lunch with chuck, kelly and martin was a excellent afternoon.
it was GREAT to finally meet partners and spend the afternoon with all. what a decent and friendly group.
to echo Dell's statement. GO!! to the next race! my wife and i CAN"T wait to go again! you have NO idea what a great time you are missing!
IF you get the chance to go the day before, go back to barn and spend it with our star! Sumwon was great to watch workout and hang out with.
most of all race day, how can you not love her heart and her effort!
we are working on our pictures, hope to get them up tonight or tomorrow.

[Danzig]

just got home a little while ago--long drive back, but no way we wouldn't do it again in a moment! kids had a blast, i know i did! i'll get pics up tomorrow, don't feel like tackling downloading tonite.
we went by the barn this morning for a few minutes before tackling the drive home, i got a few pics of sumwon lounging in the straw.

thanks to chuck, cherie and the rest of his crew--they have done a magnificent job with sumwon. and of course, thanks to our fearless leader, steve!!

[AeWingnut]

Originally Posted by Danzig

just got home a little while ago--long drive back, but no way we wouldn't do it again in a moment! kids had a blast, i know i did! i'll get pics up tomorrow, don't feel like tackling downloading tonite.
we went by the barn this morning for a few minutes before tackling the drive home, i got a few pics of sumwon lounging in the straw.

thanks to chuck, cherie and the rest of his crew--they have done a magnificent job with sumwon. and of course, thanks to our fearless leader, steve!!

How long a drive was it? Glad you're glad you showed up. Can't wait to see the pics.

[Danzig]

Originally Posted by AeWingnut

How long a drive was it? Glad you're glad you showed up. Can't wait to see the pics.

about 10 1/2 hours, but i tried to stay around 80....hehe. troopers were out in force, but thank goodness for people who drive a bit faster than me!

glad i showed up too, well worth it--just wish i hadn't woken up at 2:30 am, and then couldn't get back to sleep....

had a BLAST! there were a lot of high points, but i still can't believe chuck handing me his cell and saying, here, say hi to randy romero!! man, what a DAY!