Shaking Things Up in Horse Racing

I am -- or was -- a longtime horse-racing fan. But after reading T.J. Simers’ March 6 column [“His Outlook Leaves Bitter Taste of Old Milkshake”], I’ll never bet on a horse again. Trainer Jeff Mullins has convinced me that it is stupid to wager on the ponies.

Thanks to Mr. Mullins for opening my eyes -- and keeping my wallet closed.

Joe Lyou

Santa Paula

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I’ve been following the ponies in The Times since the days of Bob Hebert and Bion Abbott. Now, thanks to T.J. Simers, I know why I’ve lost thousands at the track in the last four decades. I’m never going back. I owe T.J. a milkshake (at Baskin-Robbins)!

Jeff Prescott

La Jolla

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In the closest horse race of the year, T.J. (“I really have nothing to offer”) Simers noses out Jeff (“Was it something I said?”) Mullins in the annual Idiot Derby. Simers’ effort marks his fourth consecutive win in the event.

Carlo Fisco

Marina del Rey