Same Old
Just another Monday at Suffolk — small crowd, small pools, quiet in the grandstand. What a change from Saturday, when more than 17,000 fans turned out for the big race, live music played, Japanese journalists wandered the clubhouse, and owners filled the paddock. Of course, it’s not just Suffolk — tracks all over struggle with low and declining attendance (Washington Post), with only a few posting gains (Thoroughbred Times).
Related: Poor Funny Cide (Daily Racing Form). He drew a standing ovation from the grandstand crowd on Saturday and was competitive to the end of the MassCap, but Mike Watchmaker won’t cut him any slack for his recent performances.
