Not Such a Sweet Ending
Harsh words from Sherry Ross: “Running a ‘short’ horse is nothing new in this game…. This was a case, though, of connections of a highly regarded horse who otherwise appeared to be in top condition, and who needed to prove herself in the Santa Anita Derby in order to earn a trip to Kentucky. All who wagered on her that day, or in the future book for either the Derby or Kentucky Oaks (she was favored in the latter pool but won’t compete in the filly version of the Derby either) are now, officially, suckers. Or in the immortal words of Mullins, idiots…. What her connections did to the champion filly was a disservice. What they did to the bettors was dishonest. Not such a sweet ending after all.” (NY Daily News)
