10/9 (BEL): Champagne S., Frizette S., Jamaica H. (G1's)

[Linny]

Originally Posted by Sightseek

http://www.drf.com/news/boys-toscono...ks-sharp-drill


OZONE PARK, N.Y. – The Breeders’ Cup is four weeks away, but when it comes to Boys At Tosconova, trainer Richard Dutrow Jr. wouldn’t mind if the $2 million Juvenile were run this weekend.

“He’s ready to run right now,” Dutrow said Friday morning after watching Boys At Tosconova work an effortless six furlongs in 1:13.18 over Aqueduct’s main track. “All we have to do is bide our time; it’s not like I have to get him ready to run. He’s ready to chew somebody out right now.”


Gee Rick, there was a little race called the Champagne today.

I hate to say this because (contrary to popular opinion) I don't like to bash racing in general but: When trainers do this sort of thing, I always hope that the horse fails miserably, or doesn't make it to the destination race. Leaving important races (and plenty of earnings oportunities) on the table while training a perfectly fit and ready horse for a race that is weeks away seems such a waste.