Day: October 26, 2007

Dutrow gambles with Diamond Stripes in Breeders’ Cup ClassicDutrow gambles with Diamond Stripes in Breeders’ Cup Classic

Trainer Richard Dutrow, Jr, acknowledges to “taking a shot” with Diamond Stripes in the $5 million Breeders’ Cup Classic when an easier spot existed in the $1 million Dirt Mile. The Classic is the richest of the 11 Breeders’ Cup races spread over Friday and Saturday at Monmouth Park. “Chances like this don’t come along every day,” said Dutrow, who won the 2005 Classic with Saint Liam.