Happy Cinco de Mayo!
And because nothing says Mexican independence like a bunch of rich people in huge hats racing their million dollar ponies—Happy Derby Day!
Yes, it’s once again that special time of year when we all pretend to know and care about horse racing.
In its 138th running, the hats are still huge and the horses names still crazy.
Highlights this year include Bodemeister (favorite overall), Daddy Long Legs, Daddy Nose Best, Alpha, My Adonis, Optimizer, Liaison, I’ll Have Another, Sabercat, Done Talking, El Padrino, Gemologist, Rousing Sermon, Union Rags, Went the Day Well, Prospective…okay, so they’re pretty much all awesome names, with the exception of the suprisingly normal named—Hansen.
Because races are only fun if you feel personally invested (even if you’re not) this year’s 2WC’ favorite is Hansen. Because even the boring named horses need some love.
Here’s to a good race and a happy Cinco de Derby!
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