This was the perfect prep. He does well with time between races. Knock on wood, we can keep him sound.

I think this is more this filly's deal. The distance is what she's going to appreciate. We got away with it last time because she was very fresh.

I think that in the Breeders' Cup, there will be a legitimate pace. It's amazing to me how little respect this horse gets. I don't think any horse in any division has accomplished in the last year what he has.

It was really a team effort.

I can't imagine dealing with anything worse. You're dealing with the loss of animals. It's not the barn. You're dealing with live animals.

He's just learning to run. I was a little nervous when he was on the lead and a 50-1 shot (Take a Shot, who faded to last) was pressing him. He looks around a bit and needed to learn to relax. He's a very good horse.