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My Derby Day

By Jay Cronley
Special to ESPN.com

Saturday, May 5, 2007

Editor's Note: Jay dropped in during the day on Saturday, May 5, with his observations and musings on the 133rd Kentucky Derby. 6:22 p.m. ETDerby Highlights ... The Queen - Saved ground, was resplendent in earth-friendly green. Safety - Everybody wins. Post positions - Meant nothing. Place horse was up front. Winner was way back. Rail bias - Meant everything. First two rode rail. Beyer speed figures - Covered the tote board. Blimp - Best shot in sports. NBC coverage - Pretty much stencil ...

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