Just saw this fellow is full brother to Curlin. Does anyone know if he’ll compete for Triple Crown? He’s had a few decent works at Santa Anita since January.
Here’s a funny thought: I understand Matz and a fellow named Prado have a pretty stellar past with a particular beast of a horse that could be comparable to glimpses we’ve seen of URags. IF Castellano stays on board Algo, would we start to get excited if we see a Matz/Prado combo take another shot at the 3Crown?? Anything is possible…AND…Prado is working Gulfstream now. Hmmmm… haha!!
I predict Johnny V will come into the picture to ride Algorithms and Castellano will stay on the Rags. URags is a tough competitor on I'm sure Castellano knows this. It will be interesting to see.
Margano would have had the run the race of his life to win that one. Mile and 16th in 1.41.58. His maiden was a good run, but no where near the time needed to win his last. Biggest issue I saw with his last race was it looked like he bumped another horse when going down the stretch. Kinda messed up his momentum. Those little things get better with experience. I'm optimistic he'll get it right soon.
1 1/6 mile TURF. Race 8 at Gulfstream. He's up against a little more brass in this one. Good luck!!
“Ryan's Gold, who was claimed for $12,500 just before the start of the race, was euthanized because of his injuries, track officials said.
I'm no expert, but they may be thinking the softer surface of turf would be beneficial in the long run on his still-developing two year old ligaments, etc. Probably just playing it safe – who knows??? If they are training him on dirt, then surely (…hopefully) a dirt race is in his future. My fingers are crossed!!
...Castellano is listed as riding Margano anyways. I apologize in advance if he ends up on Super Saturday, but think he'll be pleased if he stays on the Dynaformer colt.
Margano trying again...this Saturday (12/10). Race #7 at Gulfstream Park - 1 1/16 mile TURF. Javier Castellano on board.
If you have something that somebody else wants - it has value. I'm usually on the wanting end of that stick. haha