Curly no match for an Orientate Express

re: Curly no match for an Orientate Express

Northern Trader — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:12:31 GMT

What this horse needs is more speed in my opinion so I think 1 Mile would be a good idea. I would've given him a couple of races at 6 furlongs just to put some speed in to him and then sent him long. They seem to be taking the long way to get him ready to run a distance of ground.

re: Curly no match for an Orientate Express

Blood-Horse Staff — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 23:48:59 GMT

Northern Trader - Thanks for your comments. Interesting observation about dropping him down a level. It certainly would help his confidence and it is doubtful anyone would claim him. What do you think about trying him at a mile?

re: Curly no match for an Orientate Express

Northern Trader — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 23:31:38 GMT

Curly ran okay especially for a first time starter. He did gain on the leaders which is always a good sign. If they keep him at this level, I'm guessing it will take 4 or 5 starts to win. It will be interesting to see where they go next with him. I doubt that anyone would claim him if they drop him in for MdnClm50,000 or higher.