How a Kentucky Derby Loss Launched Bob Baffert’s Legend
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Bob Baffert’s Kentucky Derby quest began in agonizing fashion in 1996. Cavonnier appeared to gain control during the stretch run only to have Grindstone grind away at his margin until they hit the finish line together.
To the naked eye, it was impossible to separate the colts. Finish-line cameras showed Grindstone had prevailed by a nose.
Baffert was despondent.