Saturday, December 23, 2006
Looks Like A Million Bucks
Courtesy of Delta Downs News
Raymond H. Cottrell, Sr.'s 2-year-old colt BIRDBIRDISTHEWORD, used a big move on the far turn to take the lead and eventually win Boyd Gaming's $1 Million Delta Jackpot Stakes (Gr. 3) on Friday night at Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel.
Under veteran rider and Louisiana native Robby Albarado, BIRDBIRDISTHEWORD, was bumped leaving the starting gate before settling near the back of the 10-horse field in the early stages of the 1 1/16-mile showdown. When Albarado decided it was time to launch a rally, he called on his mount to go after the leaders, which he proceeded to do in style . Within a few short strides Birdbirdistheword inhaled the front runners four wide with an Arazi-type move that advanced him from ninth to first turning for home. In the stretch the outcome was never in doubt, although a late rally by Pirates Deputy placed him within three quarters of a length of the winner at the finish line.
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Mr. Cottrell and myself would like to congratulate the owners and crew of Pirates Deputy for the fantastic recent 7 furlong stakes race in California. Pirates Deputy is one fine horse and it was so fantastic to see him run such an awesome race.
Larry Green
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I have to tell you about what kind of horse "Birdbird" is. I am the owners daughter and although I can't sing worth a lick, I am crazy about horses. He is very gentle and loving but he has a wonderful sense of humor and is playful. This personality attracted me to him and we developed a special relationship. He like to play with my hair and have me sing the bird song to him. Thank you for a nice site. Brenda
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