That neck bowing conduct is usually a sign of a horse feeling frisky, but frisky for Bellamania was the whole issue.

They may have loved his gallops, but his works certainly weren't as impressive as pre Wood. Some of these guys writing about works are long time horse watchers and some of us put little effort into that part of it, but Bellamania is one of the most awkward movers around. He did not rate, he laid just off speed he could not outfoot.

The preakness however might be a different issue. Going Wild is not as quick as Spanish Chestnut and Zito should seriously consider scrapping any thoughts of rating, put the blinkers on him and send Castellano on a screaming monkey ride.

Bailey did have his horse too close, but sometimes its the horse that judges the pace.



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