Suddenly we're back to two horses actually doing anything in Japan again, as Trovao has been withdrawn from the JDD and will be sent to Northern Farm - a move that puts the horse's career at an end as far as I'm concerned, and certainly ends any chance of revenge for the Tokyo Derby disgrace brought about by JRA interlopers. Now all I'm left with is two mediocre runners out of 18 Japanese nags that include an ex-G1 horse, an ex-S1 horse and several multiple winners, all successfully transformed into donkeys. Disgraceful situation! Basically, Japanese racing has nothing whatsoever to do with racing - it's all just a huge scam to make 'the boys' money at enthusiasts' expense. As soon as the Carrot Club catalogue arrives, I will burn it along with all the Shadai ones in a special ceremony to mark the end of my involvement in this ridiculous farce. I've seen less bullshit in a field full of cows...
PS. Once more, the contrast between Japan and the UK couldn't be stronger, with Sayesse just missing out on a top three spot at Ascot under Charlie Bishop, finishing one length down on the winner. Masterson should make his jumps debut at Stratford on Sunday, and then more action is promised for the following week with Lillyput and Ettie Hart out again.
PPS. Masterson was a little out of his depth in his jumps debut, with the two-mile distance taking its toll at the end. Still, having watched the video, the sixth place he picked up showed a lot of heart. The future will be interesting with this one, regardless of whether a flat career is resumed or a stronger move towards jumps is made.
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