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Originally Posted by Rupert Pupkin

When a graded stakes horse is to the point that he can only compete in a $5,000 claiming race, it almost certainly means that he has a serious injury. He probably has a tendon or suspensory. If they keep running the horse, he will probably end up getting hurt very badly and possibly breaking down and dying. That is the problem.

If you had a horse that had made you over $1 million, would you run him for $5,000 if you knew he had a serious physical problem and would be at risk of serious injury and possibly breaking down if he continues to run? I think most people would retire the horse in that situation.

Richi,
I would not run ANY horse that fit that description.
not b/c I care about the horse, but b/c it puts the riders in danger and its not fair to the wagering public.

if the horse is not fit to run, then its on the vet to prevent him from running.
thats all pure speculation though on your part.
for all anyone knows, the horse has just slowed down for whatever reason.


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