Hansen Wins Gotham

So it looks like the beginnings of a horse race....the route to the Derby that is.



Hansen romped easily in the Grade 3 Gotham at Aqueduct on Saturday. He was much the best in the field and ran a nice race. He may run back in the Wood Memorial and take the New York (northern) route to the Derby, while Union Rags takes the southern one, opting for the Florida Derby. Could they be trying to avoid each other until the first Saturday in May?

In any event, it has the beginnings of a nice rivalry so let's hope they both stay healthy.

Meanwhile it is so easy to follow Hansen when he races because of his distinctive color. You always know where he is! I wonder if that is an advantage or disadvantage when it comes to making his move? Maybe he just goes by the other horses like a flash of lightening!