"First onto the track is the favorite for this race, Grand Colt."
A chestnut racehorse slowly emerged onto the Racecourse Track.
"Although he finished second in his two-year-old Newcomer Race, he put in an outstanding performance in the two-year-old maiden race."
The commentators began their introductions.
Not every spectator knew these horses well, so they naturally needed to explain things for the audience.
"His last race was on a drizzly day, so we believe today's track conditions won't pose much of a problem for our favorite."
That was one reason Grand Colt had become the favorite.
Gold Ship, the second favorite, had certainly never raced on a sloppy track before.
His superb Final Kick in both previous races was another point in his favor.
"Next up is the third favorite everyone has their eyes on, the Deep Impact colt, Best Deal."
"This horse also delivered an impressive performance in his two-year-old Newcomer Race."
Deep Impact's offspring were naturally among the most popular horses right now, so placing among the top few favorites was hardly a problem.
"Coming onto the track alongside Gold Ship is the sixth favorite, Pink Champagne."
"If I remember correctly, this horse is by Manhattan Cafe. Let's see what the offspring of an autumn Triple Crown winner can do."
"Last onto the track is the only gray horse, Gold Ship."
"There really isn't much more we can say about this horse, except that he's exceptionally strong. In particular, he comes from the same bloodline pairing as this year's dual classic winner, Golden Masterpiece."
"And of course, they have the same jockey too."
"Personally, I think Gold Ship might establish a new legend for gray horses."
Once on the Racecourse Track, Gold Ship immediately began trotting toward the Starting Stalls.
Although the going was poor today, he did