Clip of the Week - May 5/08

I'm not a huge horse racing fan but I do enjoy watching the "BIG" races like the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and some of the more prestigious races.

Saturday was the latest running of the Kentucky Derby and Churchill Downs and it was a great race to watch with one of the favourites to win the Triple Crown, "Big Brown", coming away with the win.

Sadly the horse that finished second collapsed shortly after finishing the race. "Eight Belles" ran a great race but as she was slowing down she broke both front ankles and dropped to the ground. The Vets were on the scene quickly and with her in a lot of pain, euthanasia was the only choice for the animal. A very sad ending to a great race.

I know a lot of animal and horse lovers are upset over this but I think these horses love to race and sadly stuff like this happens.

If you missed the race, here is a replay for you to view.

Horse Racing? Maybe Not

Having never been a real fan of horse racing you'd have a hard time convincing me to attend a racetrack.

I couldn't tell you when the Kentucky Derby is let alone who won it. Of course, if I happen to turn the TV on and there's a big race happening, I might sit and watch but only to hear Dave Johnson yell, "And down the stretch they come."

But my interest in racing has been peaked as of late and I might consider attending the races in the future if I can be guaranteed of seeing such thrilling action as you'll find in the video below. Now this is riveting stuff that left me on the edge of my seat.

I have also added the running of the 1997 Kentucky Derby for those of you who are horse racing fans. To be honest I just wanted to add a clip that contained Dave Johnson's famous line. Listen for it.