interesting stat on the Preakness that might effect Street Sense

trytrytry · May 18, 2007

from Andrew Beyer article

Since 1990, eight horses have won the Derby by rallying from 12th place or farther behind. Seven of them ran back in the Preakness, and all of them lost. The Derby is a unique race that often makes those fast finishers look better than they really are. That's why Hard Spun can turn the tables Saturday on the colt who beat him decisively at Churchill Downs

Objection · May 18, 2007

Except in this case Street Sense was running fast down the lane in the Derby.
The race didn't fall apart in front of him for the win.
Velocity #s bear that out.
His fraction3 was huge for a 10f race.
Another going for him is he is a "push-button" horse with a few gears when called upon.
Not saying he is going to win/lose but he didn't "inherit" the win as many closers do.
I'm not going to bet the race but just root for a Triple Crown winner.

theticket_22 · May 18, 2007

seemed he was at the very least fortunate at the trip he got down the stretch at the derby

LOUIEM · May 18, 2007

Triple "T" , keep in mind that the derby was NOT Street Senses style of running, other than the rail ride. HE NEVER was 20 lenghts out of any race. That stat means nothing tomorrow as you will see Street Sense much closer and make that one middle move.

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