The British born Galileo (IRE) colt and Robert J. Frankel never met in person. However, their two lives will forever be intertwined thanks to an owner who honored his brash US trainer. Tomorrow will be more then likely Frankel's final race in his illustrous career. The scene will be Ascot Racecourse and the Champion Stakes. It's the last major day of racing for flat racing for 3yo's and up for the year. He'll have his big brother Bullet Train as his pacesetter, and will also be facing 3yo Pastorious and world traveler Master of Hounds. However, the two horses who could beat him: the French gelding Cirrus Des Aigles who not only is the defending champion of the race but loves the soft ground that they will be running over. As well as Nathanial, a Group 1 winner in defeating Arc winner Workforce last year is also entered. However, unlike the others he has already faced Frankel where he felt his wrath. Although he is also the one whose been the closest in defeating him as well.
Which leads me to the big horse himself. It's just a shame that a horse named after one of our most famous trainers will not be coming for the Breeders' Cup. While many don't agree with this and believe he is "ducking" the race, honestly it's the right move for him. First off, going in the Mile would be useless since he's dominated that division and the Turf might be a little too long for his taste. That leaves the Classic. Juddmonte, his owner had said that they would have loved to be able to take him to Bobby's adopted home state of California. However, Santa Anita is back to dirt main track instead of synthetic. Thus we won't be able to see him at all.
For now, lets enjoy some of Frankel's greatest wins.
2010 Royal Lodge
2011 2000 Guineas
http://youtu.be/ghUY0k4YX1k
2011 Sussex Stakes
2012 Juddmonte International
http://youtu.be/mr_ChX6Jv4s
Go Frankel!
Don't forget to vote in the poll that I have up as I will do a Pedigree Look post on the winner of the race you guys choose!
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