Thirsty Giant

[ArlJim78]

This 3YO made his debut today in the fourth at Arlington, a MSW going 6.5 furlongs. A son of Giants Causeway, Thirsty Giant was purchased for $450K but wasn't bet much going off at 10:1.

Breaking from the rail, this horse broke a step slow but was able to move up and raced much of the time covered up amongst and behind horses along the rail. He appeared to be traveling well, saved ground and looked like he might have a good run as they turned for home, if he could find a seam to run through. He was angled to the rail to make a run, but the horse in front of him closed the rail gap, and he had to take up. He did re-start his rally and he managed to close and finish fourth. The chart just says, "lacked speed inside and gained belatedly", which i think doesn't really describe it very well.

I'm not saying it was a horrible trip and he would have won, but he did have some trouble but otherwise was running very relaxed and confidently. It just looks to me like with a race under his belt, and perhaps a more favorable PP draw and trip next time, this horse is one that could improve and be a big factor. I also like the fact that even though it was his first start, he recovered from the trouble well, didn't phase him too much.