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Old 01-09-2018, 09:56 AM   #10
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Good post Ray. I believe that each of us must engage the best computer in the world our brain along with common sense and our own experiences when it comes to whether to excuse performances and to go back further for a line. The Docs' missive about not going back more then 5 lines is solid and will keep one on pretty safe footing, but even then there are some reasons, based on my experience, when I will go back further. Those times in my case usually involve turf races. I would advise most to stick with Docs guideline of staying within the last 5 until such time their records indicate when they may want to become more daring.
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