Passed!

Phosphorus passed his race test with ease yesterday, with Kota Motohashi reporting a good run along the way. The start was slow, but it was his first time in the gates with other horses, and with Kota being the heaviest of the four jockeys in the test, the finish was pleasing. I have a feeling Phosphorus has a lot more to give, too. Meanwhile, a more lovable character would be hard to find in any stable.

I wanted to get this up yesterday, but the Dobermann is feeling very under the weather. Despite a bright start in the morning, his condition got worse, and most of yesterday was spent at the vets. Off there again in an hour or so, but at least it gives me time to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a healthy, prosperous New Year...