Mike,

I am VERY concerned that Cathryn Sophia just can't get two turns.

I am not concerned at all about the trainer ducking Songbird. While trainer intent/confidence/lack there of, is always interesting, Songbird was considered 1-5 and an 800 pound gorilla in the Oaks. Reconsidering the race after the monster defected only makes sense.

That said, as you pointed out, zero excuse for the Ashland. My bias numbers have the day neutral-ish. She moved around RV like she was standing still turning for home and then flattened like a pancake. Looks to be a classic case of not getting the distance. That said, some will say the ground she lost on the turn hurt her. Not buying that, at least as a mulligan. Wondering that if she does go, if she should be a "send". Put her on top and let them catch her. Would not want her to be trying to run down RV.

Rob