The Unlikely Upset that Exposes the Depth of Thoroughbred Racing's Top Trainers The recent Travers Stakes upset by Leading Change over Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes champion Golden Tempo has sent shockwaves through the Thoroughbred racing community.
On one hand, it was a thrilling display of speed and agility by a relatively unknown colt. On the other, it raises questions about the consistency and dominance of top trainers like Brad Cox.
Cox's decision to send Leading Change into the Travers may have been met with skepticism given the horse's limited experience.