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1-St!!! My boy did it! docs.google.com/document/d/1w2…
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Race: HRA Kentucky Derby G1
3YO | Colts/Fillies | Dirt | 10 Furlongs | Left Hand | Churchill Downs, KY | Raining - 84°F : 29°C | $3,000,000 |
Horse: Exodus Forests
Post Position: #5
Stable: Mr.T.Harrison Stables
Jockey: Harrison Chris
Silks: Silks
Extra Image: KD Extra |Rain and roses
Prep Races^ (3|3)
1. (HRA)Holy Bull Stakes (G3) | 3YO | Colts/Fillies | Dirt | 8.5 Furlongs | 1st place | Left Hand | Gulfstream Park, FL | Sunny - 61°F : 16°C | $151,900| Not officially confirmed.
2. (HRA)Florida Derby (G1) | 3YO | Colts/Fillies | Dirt | 9 Furlongs | 1-st place | Left Hand | Gulfstream Park, FL | Sunny - 61°F : 16°C | $ 600,000| sta.sh/042oipxhqau
3. (HRA) Santa Anita Derby (G1) | 3YO | Colts/Fillies | Dirt | 9 Furlongs | 1-st place | Left Hand | Santa Anita, CA | Sunny - 72°F : 22°C | $600,000 |
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Story:
"Two different reflections"
The day that everyone has been waiting for has come.
The Kentucky derby is already tomorrow, and the nerves of the owners and the patience of the coaches are about to break.
Each of them ran frantically around their horses, and watched their steed's every move, looking for the slightest problem.
Not surprising.
The weather in Kentucky promises to be dire, if not the worst in derby history:
Slippery mud, a large crowd of horses, heavy rainfall - Nothing good promised.
Some decided to remove their horses from the race to avoid injury and defeat, but they promised to join in the next stages of the triple crown.
But none of the main favorites left, which promised horse racing fans an incredible fight for victory:
Exodus Forests - Son of Frosty Siberia, as the owners promised, the stallion will defend his champion title and will fight for the victory in the derby (6-1). He was followed by an incredibly talented and strong mare named Nerissa, who took a strong second place in the Sant'Anita derby for Exodus Forests (8-1). Next came a very strong participant - Roller Point, for whom the last race ended in last place, but the bookmakers are sure that this stallion is strong enough to take revenge. (11-2)
- “Grandson Galileo - This is an unusual guest in the Kentucky Derby. I wonder what he will show us this time. Let's continue. "
Red looked up at the sky, which was slowly closing in gray clouds announcing that this training would cut everyone to the bone. Chris sighed heavily as he approached Red and Exodus, ready to practice.
- "Do you think he needs to bandage his legs before training?"
Chris straightened his stirrups and easily jumped onto the stallion's back, turning the horse in a circle along the way.
“I don’t think so. The weather is normal so far ... so far ... "
The guy patted the stallion on the shoulder and scratched his neck, to which he quite stretched his neck during the step. - "Good boy! Well done!"
Red smiled as he opened the gate to the track, releasing his charge with his jockey on him.
-"Do not forget. Not only the whole shit is looking at you, but also your family. Good luck Chris. "
The stallion stepped out onto a dry sandy track with smooth steps and looked around for other horses, but this morning was unusually quiet before tomorrow's storm.
- “Warm it up and go, just slowly, 6 furlongs and then take a walk until I say stop. Received?" The man jumped on his horse and headed towards the stands.
Chris nodded and gripped the whip tightly in his hand. "Let's be lighter than a bird's feather, Boss."
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"Wings of Hope"
Chris had another terrible nightmare that night, but this time it was connected with his first Kentucky derby. Chris still blamed himself for showing weakness and it was because of him that Frost was again disgraced by the doubts of others.
He dreamed of Frost's mane and the sudden appearance of rivals from both sides, the finish in slow motion ... it was too late ... too late...
It seemed to him that this story was repeating itself over and over again, as if he was cursed.
Maybe this is a second chance? Any special sign from above? What does this mean?
Chris made it his goal to win the derby with Exodus and no one else.
But what is happening around the village has seeds of doubt more in itself than in the horse.
Chris got out of bed and looked in the mirror.
-"I am me. What's wrong with myself? "
He asked himself in a low voice and poured a ladle of ice water over his head.
- "Anna ... I have to call you!" Chris put on a blue sweatshirt and left the hotel, simultaneously dialing the number of his beloved in the hope that she was awake and would give him advice.
It was morning on the street, the stars had gradually disappeared from the firmament, and a cooler breeze was running through the skin.
Everything was so calm and serene that the guy fell out of love a little, and he put the receiver to the phone.
On the other hand, Anna's sleepy, but still kind and warm voice sounded. She was surprised that Chris got up so early to call her when she was thinking about him.
-"Chris? You're so early. Something happened?"
Chris breathed a sigh of relief and smiled, calmness reigned in his soul again.
“It's okay, I was just tormented by nightmares and now ... I called you. How do you? How is Denis? It's just ... Anna, I miss you so much here, Now. "
Chris sighed when he saw the peacefully sleeping stallion, whose muzzle was hidden under a layer of hay.
Anna smiled, wiping away her tears. -" I know, honey. I miss you too." The girl went to the crib and looked at the baby that was sleeping peacefully. “I and Denis will be watching the live stream of Derby. Promise that you will wave to the camera for me? "
Tears of happiness flowed down Chris's cheek, he celebrated himself many times better and today he was ready to turn mountains for his family. - "Of course."
Anna smiled. “Call me again as you go to the gate. Good?"
Chris nodded. -"Good."
The guy looked at the sleeping horse again, and then looked at the famous Churchill Downs.
- "Today or never."
"Hurricane Center"
A quiet trumpet sound was heard in the vicinity, playing various melodies for training.
Dozens of cleaners prepared the stands for the arrival of the guests, and the grooms, under the direction of the organizers, were decorated with fresh flowers and various flags, indicating that today the guests will witness a new page in the history of horse racing.
This Kentucky derby really got special to people.
Indeed, it is today that new titans will meet in the field, who have not been since the times of the three times crowned American Pharaoh.
- “Good morning, Ladies and Gentlemen. Today we will witness history, witness the writing of a new page in the history of horse racing. Kentucky Derby is a special event not only for our state, and for the whole country. If not the whole world! "
The excited voice of the radio presenter and his guests sounded from the speakers before announcing the first start of the racing day. The final, which should be the awarding of the winner of the derby.
There were almost ten hours left until the derby, but from the lips of the guests only one could hear the discussion of the participants, especially the favorites of the Kentucky derby.
Only occasionally was there a discussion of horse owners who had failed to qualify for the derby or were candidates for the title of Best Senior Horse.
“Ooh, I love Nerissa. This mare will definitely win the Exodus! "
- “Bibi, don't talk nonsense! This hot mare won't last even a minute between Exodus Forests and Roller Point. These stallions are real - MONSTERS! " The man was waving his hands about explaining his point of view to the interlocutor, but Red didn't get hung up on them.
It was so noisy around; Laughter of women and children, loud discussion of men, music and tart, but at the same time, sweetish aroma of white wine, which rich families sang while in their VIP places.
In the man's hands was a bright green blanket on which the name Exodus Forests was embroidered with silk threads.
One talented photographer captured this moment and posted a series of pictures of trainers holding these colored blankets with their horses' names.
Red smiled as he continued to his destination, where he was already expected.
Chris was already fully assembled, his polished helmet in hand.
Red noticed that his boss was completely calm and collected, which could not but please Red.
- "I see you shine with courage, Boss."
Chris said nothing and just hugged the coach.
- "Thank you Ed."
Red smiled and then chuckled softly as he patted his friend on the back.
-"Come on. Boss."
The man took a step away from Chris and stretch out the blanket from the rooms.
“Thank you Rabbi for being here again. Together."
Chris made a puzzled expression, not understanding what his friend was talking about.
- "What do we mean?"
Red smiled.
- “Call Anna. Now."
Chris still looked puzzled, but didn't ask any questions.
From the side came the thud of horse hooves and the familiar melody of the telephone.
Chris quickly turned back and saw Anna leading the Exodus and holding little Denis in her other hand. There was a wide smile on her face with tears of joy.
-"Hello." Anna said as she passed the reins to Red.
Chris went to his beloved and kissed.
- “Have you decided to come? God, ahah ... I didn't expect this, Anna. "
The girl touched her forehead to her husband's and smiled.
- "Do you think I dare to miss how my three favorite boys will go down in history?"
From the side there was a voice that it was time to saddle the horses.
Chris looked around convulsively.
- “Oh, Anna. If you had come earlier ... if only ..."
The girl did not let the guy finish the sentence and kissed him.
-"Better late than never. But now I need to leave you, but know - We will be near. "
The stallion reached out to Anna, and then to the baby, who looked with delight at the horse's large muzzle.
Anna took the baby's small hand and put it to the warm nose of the stallion that stood like a statue while it was being prepared for the start.
“Denny, this is a horse. His name is Exodus. "
Chris smiled towards Anna and Denis leaving.
The stallion pinched the guy by the strand of hair, and then rather jerked his head upside down.
-"Yes. I know. We have little time left. "
Chris pulled the strap on the saddle and lowered the stirrups when, finally, the command sounded to sit on the backs of the jockeys.
Red came up from the side and helped the guy climb onto the stallion.
- "Well, how does it feel to be here again?" Red asked as he took the stallion out to the demonstration circle.
Chris patted Exodus's neck and pulled up the reins.
“Maybe God really loves the Trinity. Once again, I was afraid that I would fall face down again ... but then ... I don't know how to describe these feelings. I'm just happy. That's all."
They walked through the crowd where people wished good luck and shouted the names of their Favorites.
It was so magical, and then the horses were taken to the track for the parade before the start.
He played the anthem in the performance of a talented vocalist who stood on the podium with her hand to her chest.
The gate was already ahead.
There are 10 minutes left before the gates of the start boxes close.
The stallion snorted softly and ran briskly to the gate after the others.
For several hours now, clouds have enveloped the clear sky, which had recently been clear.
The horses were led into the boxes one by one and the clouds began to cry the first tears.
Few seconds.
Quiet.
Only the quiet snort of horse nostrils broke the tense situation.
A moment and the horses flew out of the cramped space to freedom.
The gods wept.
For joy or sorrow?
(Words: 1965)
Music time:
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