TIZ CHROME, R.I.P.

It was with sadness that we learned that the three-year old colt, Tiz Chrome had to be euthanized after breaking down during an early morning workout at Churchill Downs this past weekend.

We were first introduced to this handsome son of Tiznow by Mary Forney's award winning blog (maryforney.blogspot.com).  He had a most pleasing all grey/white face.  Many horses have a unique blaze on their forehead, Tiz Chrome had a terrifically splendid, warm face.

We liked this Bob Baffert trained derby prospect so much, we included him in our fantasy stable as part of "The Road to the Roses" game.  Many a handicapper and horse lover alike play this fantasy stable game leading up to and including the Kentucky Derby.

We have not been so enamored with a horse since a couple of years back when at Arlington Park, we were near the paddock observing the horses when a big horse by the name of Winvictus came over and nodded his head and seemingly gave us a wink.  Winvictus was not expected to hit the board that day based on the analysis provided by the track handicappers.  But we liked the fact that this horse gave us a nod.  We decided to place a small $2 Show wager as if to show support.  Lo and behold Winvictus placed third that day and we cashed enough to buy a "furlong freeze".

We will remember this smashing young colt, Tiz Chrome.  Oddly, when we read the news Trace Adkins song Chrome was playing in the background.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Tiz Chrome's connections.

R.I.P. Tiz Chrome.