Because there is no racing I didn't know what to do with my time, so I decided to re-watch some of the greatest races.
It wasn't easy but here's my top 5 races...
1) Red Rum- All three of his Grand National victories were goose bump invokers and history makers. Personally the 1973 is my favourite. The key to his wins were staying wide in the field. Crisp was about 20 lengths clear seemingly not going to be beaten. Red Rum was second. Both well clear of the rest of the field. And just before the line Red Rum manages to catch Crisp to narrowly get the win. From that moment you know he's something special.
2) Frankel- The unbeaten 14 timer on British soil. Any of his races would be worth a watch but especially the 2000 Guineas. With no pace makers and going to the front we can see the full ability of Frankel. He easily went clear and keeps extending the lead. Other horses not even having a chance of winning. Another one of my favourites is the Juddemonte international.
3) Tiger Roll- His 2018 Grand National win. Hearts in mouths as he approached the final few jumps. There were fallers all over. He managed to stay up and in that moment alone I knew he'd win. The first double Grand National winner since Red Rum in 1973/74.
4) Frodon- I have a massive soft spot for this horse. His effort in the Ryanair chase at Cheltenham last year is one of racing's unforgettable memories. After leading near enough whole way it looked like Aso would beat him. However, Frodon refused to give up after jumping well throughout. Realistically he should never have won that class of race but it makes him more loveable. Jockey Bryony Frost's interview after is also one that will always stick in my mind.
5) Enable- Controversial I know because of the failings in the Arc. I believe she's one of the best horses today despite her failings in the Arc. She's versatile in her running making her even more of a threat. Her performance in the King George VI and Queen Anne Stakes 2019, with her pace and battling against Crystal Ocean was simply breath-taking.
Here some of my favourites. What are yours?
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