Randy Moss: NYRA and Fox 'incredibly petty' for apparent attempt to shift blame of Triple Crown demise onto Preakness
The Triple Crown of horse racing is in turmoil as the Preakness Stakes changes date and blame is cast.
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The brief
The Triple Crown of horse racing is no longer a viable goal. The New York Racing Association and Fox Sports have been accused of trying to shift blame for the Triple Crown's demise onto the Preakness Stakes. The Preakness, held in Maryland, has announced it will move its date to attract winners of the Kentucky Derby.
This shift comes amid broader discussions about the future of the Triple Crown, with some arguing that the tradition is being quietly buried. The Paulick Report and the Wall Street Journal have both published pieces questioning the viability of the Triple Crown. Meanwhile, Horse Racing Nation has pushed back against the idea that the Triple Crown is dead, calling it "fakest news ever." The New York Times has covered the Preakness' date change, noting Maryland's attempt to attract Derby winners.
The BloodHorse has framed the situation as a pivotal moment for the sport. Randy Moss, in an interview with Awful Announcing, criticized the New York Racing Association and Fox Sports for their handling of the situation, calling their actions "incredibly petty."
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The reporting (6)
- Letter To The Editor: The Triple Crown Wasn’t Retired. It Was Quietly Buried. Paulick Report · 1d ago
- Horse Racing’s Triple Crown May No Longer Be Worth Chasing WSJ · 1d ago
- Maryland moves back Preakness date, seeking to attract Kentucky Derby winners The New York Times · 1d ago
- Is This the Eight Days That Will Shake the Game? BloodHorse · 1d ago
- Flatter: Death of the Triple Crown is the fakest news ever Horse Racing Nation · 1d ago
- Randy Moss: NYRA and Fox 'incredibly petty' for apparent attempt to shift blame of Triple Crown demise onto Preakness Awful Announcing · 1d ago
Quick answers
What is the Triple Crown of horse racing?
The Triple Crown is a series of three races for three-year-old Thoroughbred horses: the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes. Winning all three races in a single year is a rare and prestigious achievement.
Why is the Triple Crown in jeopardy?
The Triple Crown is in jeopardy due to scheduling conflicts and strategic moves by racing organizations. The Preakness Stakes has announced a date change, which may affect the sequence and timing of the Triple Crown races.
What is the significance of the Preakness Stakes moving its date?
The Preakness Stakes moving its date is significant because it disrupts the traditional sequence of the Triple Crown races. This change could make it more difficult for horses to compete in all three races, potentially ending the Triple Crown as a viable goal.
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