Winner

Winner, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
For sure, some folks were happier than others yesterday at the Belmont Stakes!

Victory Trot

Victory Trot, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Staying clean...holding the lead on a muddy track keeps those silks looking like new! The last place finisher was headed to the dry cleaners!

Taking The Lead

Taking The Lead, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
More action from my spot along the rail.....just enough mud to make things interesting!

Five

Five, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
At the turn...looks like a horse race!

Co-workers

Co-workers, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Not unlike a visit to the office water cooler...Two employees get to share some down time at the track. Whatever could the topic of their conversation be? Most likely there is some talk about that hot new mare down the track....

Jockey Cheerleaders

Jockey Cheerleaders, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Cheerleaders at the race track???  ......who knew?

Jockey Nine

Jockey Nine, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Built for speed and born to run....impressive and beautiful!

Tight Three

Tight Three, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Having my share of vices, I never was much of a gambler. When friends would suggest a day at the track I would always decline. My new found attraction to the races has nothing to do with Trifectas, it's the photo action that's got me hooked!

In The Mud

In The Mud, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Playing in the mud with friends and trying to keep my new lens clean! A day at the races....