CRK . stables peeler removed from the Kentucky Derby (G1) four weeks ago, also removed from Confirmed Bets June 4.
Coach John Shirreffs made the decision to withdraw after galloping across the main track on Saturday morning. He informed Santa Anita . Park rake office at about 9:30 a.m. Pacific time.
“I’m not happy with the way he jogs,” Shirreffs said from Santa Anita’s Clocker’s Corner.
Skinner is the second pick 9-5 in the back light Ride the rocket rocket Geaux , the favorite score is 8-5 for coach Richard Mandela. Hall of Famer Mike Smith gets to ride Skinner for the first time.
The son of make for curly hasn’t raced since finishing third in the Santa Anita Derby (G1) April 8. shipping to Churchill Downs, he was scratched in the Kentucky Derby (G1) two days before the classic 1/4 mile match due to reported high temperatures. Five horses were scratched in the aftermath of the Derby in part due to rigorous vet checks.
After returning to Santa Anita, Skinner returned to work on May 14, seven days after the Kentucky Derby. He worked three times for the Affirmed, including a five-time long move at 1:02 1/5 on May 28.
Skinner’s withdrawal from Confirmation leaves behind a compact five-person field. Estimated Sunday posting time is 4:44 pm
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