So, would one of you horse people enlighten me...
After the Derby, there is only one horse in the world who can win the Triple Crown that year.
Yes, three grueling races in 5 weeks is a true test.
But, last year and this year, the Belmont was reduced from its usual 1 1/2 mile to 1 1/4 mile because of the construction at Belmont and Saratoga apparently could not be set up for a 1 1/2 race.
So, wouldn't this year have been less grueling for the nags? I read that the owners of Sovereignty didn't want to exhaust the horse but still ... Triple Crown winners can become iconic. They are rarely forgotten. Yes, Sovereignty looks to be the best 3 year old this year. But, if he has his dick handed to him in the Travers or Breeders Cup, doesn't he become just another horse named Herb instead of a one of 14 (if he had won) elite champions.
Help me understand Obi wan... you're our only hope.