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No apologies necessary, Corm. Both you and Bob do a terrific job. I was only querying in case it was an oversight and you then had to go through all the bother of explaining etc.
Bob and Cormack are the business. Three cheers.I agree with Equitrack. 99 times out of a hundred the jockey would have remained onboard. I’m not suggesting there was anything untoward going on but clearly the jockey was thinking of things other than his balance. The reason he gave for trying to stop the horse going to the left was a bit of a distraction from his own misjudgement. He could have left things as they were and not been so intent on using his whip to change direction, the horse would still have won. Hopefully, Davies will not be denied other rides because as the ATR commentator said, " I was just about to ask why he doesn’t get more rides from other trainers…."
Conspiracy? Too many good things going in. A bit like Hackney dogs where there used to be lots of big prices. Those where the days.
As one ATR presenter mentioned, you can expect to lose two or three points off the true value of a horse’s ability if Spencer is aboard and therefore those who do back his mounts are perhaps sometimes kidding themselves as to the real chance of their selection winning.
Sounds an exciting prospect to me, though I think I’d be wearing every protective padding possible. I’m sure in a couple of years he’ll begin to mellow and be more inclined to a gentle hack. Then again, perhaps…..
Yes SBerry, you obviously have empathy with those of us who’ve suddenly experienced that empty pit in the stomach. Never having used Betfair, I can’t get my head round how people are able to change the odds during the race and yet leave time for people to back at those odds. Do they have very nimble fingers as opposed to my one finger typing?
Sal knows what he/she is talking about, I would say. Isn’t there a trainer Jinny a member of this forum?
If I had a pound for everytime I’ve said to myself, … " God, I was going to pick that one, what made me change my mind at the last minute?…."
Your question about trainers, Thrills and Spills. From memory, they don’t come cheap. I suppose you must have some long-term ambition for your horse (name? please). Is he a kicker and/or easily spooked?
Thrills and Spills: Take no notice of my post. I was only teasing. I’m sure you have the very best intent for your horse. In fact every horsey person I’ve ever met thinks more of their horse’s well-being than anything else and usually make great sacrifices in terms of time, emotion and money for the sake of their equine friends. Good luck. Has your friend palled up with any other horses where it’s stabled or does it tend to be a loner?
I’m puzzled by your question as to how soon will the effect of gelding be noticeable? Was the original intention to help him overcome his scattiness and nervousness, or for a more practical reason? If the former, just seems a bit harsh to me. I’m glad I’m not a horse because I just don’t think I’d have the balls for it. If I was gelded, I think I’d be even more scatty and nervous wondering what else was round the corner.