Did we see the same race? He saved every inch of ground. Got through on the inside at the right time. Looked like he picked his nose in front, if only for a brief moment, and simply wasnt good enough.

Now is he better 2nd US Start? Is he better if outside in the lane and running perhaps more freely? That we dont know and today could tell. I was getting phone calls on this one the morning of that race. Well meant. Highly hyped. Well bet. Couldnt deliver. Sounds a little bit like Wow Cat.

There were 6 horses within a length and quarter at wire in that prep. Channel Maker is also like 5 for 26 and had every chance but didnt finish. This one is about trip and luck. A spread in verticals is required. 3 horse exacta may be best wager. If you know the exact winner then your Karnac