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New schedule would mean more drama

By Pat Forde
ESPN.com

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

After watching the Belmont Stakes reward another victor by attrition more than talent, it's time to face reality and fix the Triple Crown. I know change and thoroughbred racing go together like Lane Kiffin and rules compliance. And I know we're talking about the most tradition-laden aspect of the most tradition-laden sport in existence. I know the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont all have been around since Ulysses S. Grant was president. (The Belmont actually predates the Grant presidenc ...

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