Some of the criteria seems flawed - Bernadini doesn't merit the "greatness" status - with me or racing fans in general . . . if a horse like Berni gets in , then the door is open for too many other ( perhaps non-deserving ) Horses .

Running a great race or two should not IMO necessarily mean to install a "great horse" status - with some exceptions like a Da Hoss for instance or Sarava and Go And Go, but definitely not Bernardini . The Preakness and Belmont should be viewed on a sliding scale of being less of importance than the Kentucky Derby .

Also - The greatness committee membership should be expanded to include bobphilo , who - is extremely knowledgeable about the game and it's history , plus will keep many of you honest ...

marcus