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Trainer Steve Asmussen nuzzles Horse of the Year, Rachel Alexandra in the paddock of the Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans on Friday, March 12, 2010. The filly was brought to the paddock for schooling while preparing for Saturday's $200,000 New Orleans Ladies horse race at the Fair Grounds. The talented filly has been installed as the 1-5 favorite in her 2010 debut. (AP Photo/ Alexander Barkoff)