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I think he ran around to 160, which puts the winner at about 167 which incidentally was is pre-race official rating. The only reason why they raised the level is because of GC rating renewal average of about 175. Thats how handicappers keep things in check, making a guess on the current winner to see how it'd fit in there. I hate this methodology but its good one for them for historical analysis, especially recent renewals as it keeps the slippage in check.

Its on my shortlist, SDR, but I can't see him anywhere near the 170 that @DO suggested. 162-3 would be the top of my generosity and if he runs to that he'll be half a stone well-in.

[QUOTE="Aughex, post: 2565437, member: 66378"] I think he ran around to 160, which puts the winner at about 167 which incidentally was is pre-race official rating. The only reason why they raised the level is because of GC rating renewal average of about 175. Thats how handicappers keep things in check, making a guess on the current winner to see how it'd fit in there. I hate this methodology but its good one for them for historical analysis, especially recent renewals as it keeps the slippage in check. Its on my shortlist, SDR, but I can't see him anywhere near the 170 that @DO suggested. 162-3 would be the top of my generosity and if he runs to that he'll be half a stone well-in. [/QUOTE]

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