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2nd September 2014, 06:49 AM
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Originally Posted by walkermac
Is there something physiological or psychological about each horse that influences how it performs in its first up run of a campaign?
Or would first up stats be more correctly attributed to trainers? (i.e. it's their practice to start a horse "early" to complete their prep, or nudge their rating downwards, etc; or hold back a runner until it's in the right shape to contest for prizemoney straight away)
Anyone have any anecdotal stories or, better yet, stats regarding horses that maintained their 1st/2nd up characteristics despite moving between trainers who had different practices?
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Hi walkermac
In addition to the points raised by CP you could have a look at something I wrote some time ago in a post relating to first up runners.
http://www.propun.com.au/racing_for...ead.php?t=26542
Also there are a number of podcasts that I have done with RSN Radio that touch on the subject that can be found on our website.
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