Chicago horse playing legend, and pool shark R.T.P.

[The Skipper]

I ran into my old friend and Chi-Town legend R.T.P. today and he said to say hi all. I've known R.T.P.

for over 50 years ummm a very long time, I won't go into details but if you pray say just a few

kind words for Phil, though he would not want me to post this he could really use them. I'm not scared

of him anymore ( I was terrified as a little kid) and when he asked where I live I told him and he didn't

even know what area it was so I'm safe.  Love ya Phil keep fighting 

[pezz97]

Good Luck Buddy!

[LVGaryD]

Phil is nothing short of pure class. His word is his bond, and I have nothing but good things to say about the man.

Several years back he came out to Las Vegas and we had lunch-a 3 or 4 hour lunch, talking about the good old days of harness racing. And I still think no matter how sick he might be, he'd still beat me badly shooting pool or handicapping horses. His mind is like a magnet!

Get well my friend-we are all praying for you. Hope to see you back in Las Vegas soon!

 

[NIATROSS]

Good Luck Buddy!

 

[Mags]

best of luck to RTP..a true chicago harness fan

[The Skipper]

I also forgot to mention Phil owned one of the best IL breds , Ritmo which was one the best on the grounds

at that time but I think his favorite horse was the 1st one he owned Heather Molly, and the man is also

a top notch gin rummy player. So if you ever run across him don't play pool or gin rummy cause you

will lose.

[Horseman809]

Good luck to R.T.P a legend were rooting for you pal 

[RocknRoll]

Good luck RTP!

[careless hal]

All the best Phil.

[MichiganDale]

Definitely a legendary fella.  All the best to RTP.

[AmyHollar]

 

[bettor2belucky]

Speedy recovery to Phil, enjoyed his stories of Ritmo and his pool playing....

[the real Ira]

    one of the all time greats!!  IM ROOTING FOR YOU PAL!!   

[chicagojazz]

wish you a speedy recovery.