sorry i missed you guys. i went with three other couples.
the biggest bummer was a horse in the first race breaking his leg in front of us and having to be put down. the jockey was unconscious for a long time, including when he was put in the ambulance. other than the internet, that story went uncovered. even ESPN failed, although they had big coverage on the alabama race.
mike repole came over and talked to us at length. a real fan and a nice gesture.