Meh, I ended up putting money (but not a lot) on, like 6 or 7 horses, all simple WPS across the board or just show. $2 or $5 depending on how strongly I felt or just as a CYA move. No exactas or anything, too many horses to try to get in those, have to wheel with too many and don’t want to get that much money out there. Wagered a bit more then usual as it is.
The toughest thing was trying to compare past performances, you really can’t, not much in common. Went on connections, bit of breeding and looked a little at the Breyer #, plus hunches.
The most challenging thing was using the automated wagering machine for the first time. Bit of a learning curve but got the right numbers in the right race.
The weather is drop dead gorgeous but it’s going to be close to 80 by post parade time. If any of them get nervous or upset by the crowds and tight spaces, won’t be a plus.
Sticking my neck out, went with AP, Frosted and Mumbaathij (sp?) with lesser wagers on Firing Line and Upstart, could not resist a couple of bucks on Materialist, Danzig Moon and Far Right. Heck, it’s $2, all they have to do is get their nose in 3rd, you never know.
Did not use Dortmund. That, no doubt, means you all should :lol:
