Horse Racing questions and answers

[batt33]

Caldera Update



We checked in on Caldera yesterday morning at Highlander Training Center and your son of Liam’s Map could not have looked any better. He now has eight days of galloping under him and started yesterday galloping twice around the Highlander track. “He’s engaged in his training, always willing to do more,” said Jeff Hooper.

While time does most horses some good, this break from the racetrack has really done this colt well, allowing him to finally fill out into that big frame of his. We're excited to see how he progresses from here.

https://cdnb-media.myracehorse.com/blog/video/MyMovie141_1760716952831/MP4/MyMovie141_1760716952831.mp4

[str]

Thanks STR! yeah Dad and Mom missed the race ,he was in the hospital... still dealing with stuff he got to see the replay though! and thought the same thing.

Check out this "pocket Rocket " may just be my next SNC on the turf this time! no need for a name or number!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFVDaUKt5q4

Oh My !

22.36
22.28
11.70

56.38

Lolol.

[str]

and STR here are a couple of others ... I know you like watching the video's!
Commissioned Workout Report



Commissioned worked five furlongs in 1:00 flat yesterday morning at Santa Anita Park. He can be spotted under jockey Armando Ayuso on the outside of a pair from the Papaprodromou barn. Dan mentioned that Commissioned has been a bit green still in his two most recent works, and as you can see in the video above he is wanting to lean in a bit in the stretch while carrying his head higher and cocked to the outside as a result. Dan is considering adding “cheater” blinkers in his next work, which are a small cup in hopes to focus his attention at the task ahead. This was still a solid work overall, but we feel there are still improvements to be had—which is a positive.

https://cdnb-media.myracehorse.com/b...2278864687.mp4

Love watching videos. Thanks Batt.

Inside horse is climbing, that is, wasted high leg action which slows him down. A shadow roll might help him level off some. Might like two turns down the road.

Horse in the middle seems to understand things more than the other two. But already has a shadow roll on so seems mentally ahead of the others.

Outside horse ranged up nicely but seemed lost when he was in front. Small cup Blinkers should help with the focus to finish stronger. They are still learning though. All three will get better.

[str]

Caldera Update



We checked in on Caldera yesterday morning at Highlander Training Center and your son of Liam’s Map could not have looked any better. He now has eight days of galloping under him and started yesterday galloping twice around the Highlander track. “He’s engaged in his training, always willing to do more,” said Jeff Hooper.

While time does most horses some good, this break from the racetrack has really done this colt well, allowing him to finally fill out into that big frame of his. We're excited to see how he progresses from here.

https://cdnb-media.myracehorse.com/b...0716952831.mp4

Looks good Batt.

That first set out in the morning!!


Oh my," I can almost feel that wind".

Everyone is in a good mood, horses included. That time in the morning is something I will NEVER forget.

It reminded me of one of my favorite songs.

I remember how it used to feel
Riding down old two mile hill
Tennis shoes up on the handle bars
Paying no mind to the passing cars
No doubts, no fears, just like when you are here
No chains, no strings, no fences, no walls
No net, just you to catch me when I fall
Look heart, no hands
It took a little time to get up to speed
To find the confidence and strength I need
To just let go and reach for the sky
You Know sometimes it felt I could fly
No doubts, no fears, just like when you are here
No chains, no strings, no fences, no walls
No net, just you to catch me when I fall
Look heart, no hands
It doesn't take much, just a smile or a touch
And I'm a kid again, I can almost feel that wind
No chains, no strings, no fences, no walls
No net, just you to catch me when I fall
Look heart, no hands
Look heart, no hands

Randy Travis


Thanks Batt