IMO...pace figures are more helpful than speed (final time) figures when handicapping maiden claimers.
Horses who have been "battle tested" in quicker-paced races often hold an edge over those exiting slower-paced races...even if that edge is not apparent by looking at their speed figures.
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Last edited by thaskalos; 09-19-2011 at 05:12 PM.
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