Quote from Niatross on November 8, 2024, 9:32 AM

I'd venture to say it's the driver. The Trainer does all s/he can to get the horse ready, but the Driver's on-track decisions will have a major impact on the result.

Quote from Purple Aura on November 8, 2024, 10:56 AM

I'll the trainer. Trainer spends most of time with the horse. Makes him what he is. If the driver drives poorly. Get a new driver. Both obviously important. 

Damn, something being discussed here? Everyone slooooooooooooooooow down. I'm getting dizzy. 

Quote from Purple Aura on November 8, 2024, 4:44 PM

It went to my head. This is where posts go to die. Nice try Lonnie, we needed a place that wasn't Horseplop. Ok, back to sleep everyone. Nothing to see here move along. Barbrady. Out. 

Quote from Bgtolex25 on November 8, 2024, 10:06 PM

Don’t give up Purple!  I will second you on the trainer.  Getting these equine athletes to perform at a high level is extremely difficult when the athletes in question do not fully appreciate what the heck it is all about.  I will also say that the entire staff, not just the trainer, better be fully engaged and proficient at their respective duties.