"Adversity builds greatness."

Repole quote when Forte was scratched before the Derby. I knew the horse was going to be scratched days before the Derby (a friend is a jockey agent). Why they kept it under wraps until the Derby only Repole knows. I guess in addition to his apparent love for adversity he enjoys the ego driven...last minute...front page shock factor. A shame these mega-rich guys with their mega-famous trainers are allowed to put a stain on the sport. They think they are smarter than everyone but they just are not. Just common con men.

A joy when they are caught even though as you say, the financial penalties are inconsequential.