I’ll Have Another is looking to become the first winner of horse racing’s Triple Crown since 1978 with a victory at the 2012 Belmont Stakes on June 9. Patrice Wolfson owned Affirmed when the horse took the title 34 years ago. She said in a national teleconference that I’ll Have Another is more than worthy of succeeding her horse’s legacy.
2012 Belmont Stakes: Owner Of Affirmed Ready To Relinquish Triple Crown Torch
“There were years I felt it wasn’t the right time to relinquish (the title of ‘last Triple Crown winner’),” Wolfson said. “But I think the time is right. This little guy (I’ll Have Another) would be a worthy successor. He’s very tenacious in the stretch, he strides out beautifully in his gallops, and is a very exciting horse to watch. There’s something about him that reminds me a little of Affirmed, the way he wants to win. I just think it’s time. Racing needs a star and he could be a star.”
Steve Cauthren, who rode Affirmed into the record books, agreed with Wolfson while praising the team surrounding I’ll Have Another.
“I’m ready to pass it on,” Cauthren said. “They have a great team and I’ve been very impressed with Doug O’Neill. His jockey, Mario Gutierrez, is a great kid and I admire his confidence and the way he’s always relaxed. So, I’m rooting for them and I hope all goes well. I think the whole racing world is dying to have another great horse come along and capture their hearts.”
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