And, if this horse fails as "the next great outcross", so what? As many have said, he's a step in the right direction. Someone will then come up with another who will succeed. Breeding is not for the faint of heart when you're dealing with breed-changing horses. It's not easy. Many great breeders of the past endured much criticism, only to come out on top in the end. The breeder and handlers of De Renzo are knowledgeable professionals, not some fly-by-night outfit.