The three-year old filly was never asked to extend herself in the mile-and-an-eighth race, sitting off the pace, taking the lead on her own with just over a quarter mile left and opening up down the stretch, per the article. Her final time just missed the stakes record.
Those who attended the race shared their experiences and lauded Rachel Alexandra's performance.
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labach I saw Rachel Alexandra win the Kentucky Oaks this afternoon. It was the most impressive victory I have seen since Secretariat's Belmont.
wowhorse Sooo tired. But what a perfect day. No rain, took some a-maaazing shots of Rachel Alexandra, and got to see the performance of a lifetime.
Datdymefyne Back from the Oaks! I am soooo burnt! LOL..heres a pic of me tho! http://short.to/6vj9
DanielGraff Just got back from a wonderful day at the Oaks... Looking forward to doing it all again tomorrow at the Derby.
For more, YouTube has a race video available.
