Some are already retired, like no doubt the white-haired fisherman whose sudden catch up at the Ourcq canal drew a round of applause from a group of students.
Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke drew heavy fire after the central bank announced a second round of quantitative easing on November 2, with many outspoken critics accusing his policies of ineffective.
Ruby Walsh kicked for home on Fionnegas round the final bend but O'Connell was motionless as he drew alongside and cruised home to win by two and a half lengths.
"I'm really, really proud of my group, " said Drew, who has led the Hawks to three straight playoff appearances but was eliminated in the first round the last two years.