Barbaro: All is in place
With all the pieces for the Preakness in place trainers and jockeys will be strategizing how to beat Barbaro. The tighter Pimlico turns play into the hands of front running speedsters like Brother Derek and could perhaps compromise the long striding Barbaro.
Edgar Prado knows Pimlico better than anyone, having started his career here in Maryland, and has so much confidence in Barbaro and Michael Matz, that he will no doubt have Barbaro in the perfect stalking position.
The weather has been mixed lately here, lets hope there is no more rain in the forecast. That being said the weather should not effect Barbaro, he has run in all conditions, and seemingly found all to his liking.
However whatever the scenario this weekend, Barbaro seems to be a horse that can overcome anything. Lets hope he can continue his quest for triple crown glory ... which is something the industry desparately needs, and Fair Hill would love to play its small role in racing history.
Whew. I am as nervous and anxious as if Barbaro were my own... God willing, he will show us all what he's really made of today. I have so much trust and admiration for Michael Matz as a trainer and in Edgar Prado's talent as a rider, that it's all now up to Barbaro. I believe he wants it, and that's half the battle.
Godspeed, Big Man. You can do it.
Posted by: Laura at May 20, 2006 11:43 AM