I just read somewhere that its already been decided...?

Question

...that Big Brown wont race as a four year old. Is this true?

Answer 1

Yes, it's true.  Michael Iavarone, one of his owners, said the chances of Big Brown running as a 4-year-old were “none.”  The article is linked below.

Answer 2

It sure is pure greed, especially since the breeding rights will be sold today (May 15). The owners couldn't even wait till after the Preakness.

Answer 3

Haven't heard that officially. I don't think that is something that is even proper to announce at this time.

As a Derby winner he is going to have a high stud fee - so really there is no reason to race him beyond the Triple Crown races. He could retire now and make more in stud fees than he ever would on the track - which is why Derby winners rarely race at 4.

He's a near lock for the Preakness as well since the race has come up soft.

There might be a small temptation to race him in the Breeders Cup Classic in the fall if he fails in the Preakness or Belmont - but beyond that it would be very surprising to see him continue on.

If he wins the Triple Crown he will retire immediately and get huge stud fees.

Answer 4

Greed.I hope it's not true but it's what I expected.It's a sad fact of today's horse racing industry.The horses are worth more at stud than in racing, the days of seeing a true champion are gone...and they wonder why horse racing is dieing sport. I have respect for the owners of Curlin who have chosen not to retire hin as a three year old or four year old.