May 15, 2004

Preakness Stakes

Well I thought Rock Hard Ten was going to pull it out, but alas Smarty Jones ruled the day. The only other to do it has been Seattle Slew and he went on to win the Triple Crown. I would have won money by picking Rock Hard Ten and Smarty Jones but I love how that big black demon started in almost dead last, didn't want to go in the gate and kicked for a couple of minutes, his jockey had to dismount and closed in on Smarty for the easy 2nd place finish. Can't help but wonder what he'll do at Belmont. However, as personalities go let us not forget Tapit, who fed daily on a honey, oats, and Guinness enriched diet!!