Mendelssohn is definitely quick out of the gate and is also being hustled to boot. He has shown though he can sit behind (just) and settle. Not sure what that deal is with that ride in the JCGC though. If he doesnt chase the race is for 2nd most likely, so he goes. I guess they were trying to win the race. Cant imagine that being the best way to leg up a horse for the next one. Maybe he was a bit short in the Dwyer and had a touch of the illness that went through the barn and is now starting to peak. 6 weeks later if he is lone speed he could be gone. Lets see what happens this weekend over in France, see if his horses run well.
