Could Triple Crown Be Over?

Maryland called it a victory when the state acquired the intellectual property rights to the Preakness Stakes, part of horseracing’s historic Triple Crown.  Now, a new six race  points-based series introduced by Churchill Downs may replace the “crown” and it does not include the Preakness. Maryland spent $85 million dollars to retain the Preakness and Black Eyed Susan races. Bill Carstanjen, CEO of Churchill Downs, explained the new “Race For The Vase”…

“You do not have to win every race or even a particular race to become the champion. The winner will be the horse who demonstrates consistent excellence and stamina in the face of the world’s toughest competition across the six races.”