Racing at Its Best - By Eric Mitchell

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Agnes — Wed, 14 May 2014 01:47:25 GMT

Your column was terrific - such a pleasure to read of the happiness of Cal Chrome's people and to know that they're decent and love their horse. You put into words what all of us are feeling

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moonrise — Tue, 13 May 2014 17:46:44 GMT

@Stones

"Cal Chrome doesn't need to win the Triple Crown to hold a special spot on my all-time favorites list. I've enjoyed this ride so much because there hasn't been a reason not to!"

Could not say it better so I just quoted it. Thank you!

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JohnB — Mon, 12 May 2014 18:45:59 GMT

Eric, What's going on here? Why did NBC leave out the Kentucky Derby Winner's Circle presentation?

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Davids — Wed, 07 May 2014 22:26:54 GMT

Eric, an excellent piece emphasising that, as much as breeding/racing is reliant on healthy figures at the sales, it is the interlocking synergy of the racing community's love of the thoroughbred, over centuries, that makes racing the wonderful spectacle it can be.

As much as the recent PETA video has people rightfully recoiling against some in the racing community, the 'fairy tale' saga of California Chrome and his connections winning the Kentucky Derby shines like a golden dream of what can be achieved the right way.

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Mike Relva — Wed, 07 May 2014 18:26:41 GMT

Great writing Eric and agree with your points.

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AngelaInAbilene — Wed, 07 May 2014 15:55:39 GMT

It is so gratifying to see these folks with a Kentucky Derby winner and the glorious horse that is California Chrome. They have proved, beyond a shadow of a doubt, what I've always known. A GREAT horse can come from ANYWHERE! If you BELIEVE in your horse, put him FIRST and give him all the time he needs, never doubt that he will reward you. California Chrome has known since he was born that his people thought he hung the moon. Believe me, it makes a difference.

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Anne from Paramount — Wed, 07 May 2014 03:16:44 GMT

There should be many comments here for such a positive column, all of it accurate. Unfortunately if it were of a negative nature, there would be all kinds of debates going on. This was a GREAT Derby, producing smiles and delight everywhere! Come on everyone: SMILE! Thumbs UP! Congratulations to all of the connections and especially to California Chrome!

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Delrene — Wed, 07 May 2014 02:20:27 GMT

Bravo! Well done California Chrome and all your people that care for you in such a big way. Victor is especially endearing with his smile and big heart.

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DianaP — Wed, 07 May 2014 02:11:52 GMT

Eric you are so right thank you

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Barthart — Tue, 06 May 2014 23:31:48 GMT

What a nice tribute to the California Chrome team!! You are so right that these are the kind of people horse racing needs. I will be pulling for Chrome with all my strength when he runs in the Preakness--he was my pick for the Derby before he was on everyone's mind. Being from California and looking so much like the be-all-end-all horse of my lifetime (bright chestnut with chrome!), I couldn't help but root for him. Best of luck to all of them! Keep safe!!!

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Judy G ~ CA — Tue, 06 May 2014 23:00:14 GMT

Love every single person associated with CALIFORNIA CHROME. Heaven sent for sure!

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Stones — Tue, 06 May 2014 21:11:38 GMT

Great column, Eric. It is refreshing to see a small, honest outfit come out on top. Add to that Victor's charitable decision, something that has been done quietly (first I've read of it, anyway) and his obvious love and appreciation for CC and you can't find any tarnish on that shiny trophy.

Cal Chrome doesn't need to win the Triple Crown to hold a special spot on my all-time favorites list. I've enjoyed this ride so much because there hasn't been a reason not to!