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Legendary Kentucky Derby winning filly Genuine Risk passes away
A true champion...
Lived to the ripe old age of 31, the second filly to ever the Kentucky Derby in 1980...
After Regret won it in 1915, and later on Winning Colors won it in '88...
Genuine Risk is in the racing Hall of Fame, elected in '86...
Racing lost a true champion A true champion... Lived to the ripe old age of 31, the second filly to ever the Kentucky Derby in 1980... ... more -
Horse Racing: 5,000 Euthanized in Five Years and Counting
“5,000 Horses Euthanized Since 2003”
If you aren't appalled by this headline, then you aren't paying attention. According to recent news reports, thousands of horses are being injured on the racetracks of America and have had to be euthanized in the last five years. “5,000 Horses Euthanized Since 2003” ... more -
Horse Racing: A Truly Green Sport
Eight Belles, the filly gave her all for a sport that is big business. Is horse racing humane or cruel?
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BIG BROWN WILL JOG IN HASKELL STAKES IN NJ
Every one thought big brown was done racing,surprise surprise surprise hes back.
This August we will see this beautiful animal do what he was bred to do ,run fast and long.
The Belmont stakes was a nightmare for the horse,owner and trainer. The jockey put him
to far outside losing all chances to win,where he pulled up was 1 1/2 miles from where he raced
One second is five lengths. So look for big brown in the winners circle August in NJ. Every one thought big brown was done racing,surprise surprise surprise hes back. ... more -
Thousands of racing-related horse deaths in recent years, Congress steps In
A Congressional hearing was called after Eight Belles broke both legs at the Kentucky Derby last month and was euthanized on the track. Subsequent surveys have discovered thousands of racing-related horse deaths in recent years.
Dutrow, whose star horse was a favorite to win the Triple Crown before a stunning last-place finish in the Belmont Stakes on June 7. The last place finish came from the jockey's decision to slow Big Brown after thinking he was injured. The horse was not given steroids, which he was habitually given in previous races.
At the hearing, the sentiment for a steroid ban was strong. There was less of a consensus as to how a sport without an authoritative governing body can attain such a goal and enact other uniform standards.
Alex Waldrop, president and CEO of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, was among those not in favor of federal intervention.
More about the issue: http://current.com/items/88934516_eight_belles_death_re... A Congressional hearing was called after Eight Belles broke both legs at the Kentucky Derby last month and was euthanized on the track... more -
After Frequent Horse Deaths, Jockey Fears Injury & Pulls Big Brown From Pack
After recent media attention surrounding Eight Bells' tragic death at the Kentucky Derby, Big Brown's jockeys couldn't afford to turn the other cheek on signs of injury at the Belmont Stakes.
After a shaky start and strange behavior from Big Brown, jockey Kent Desormeaux decided to pull Big Brown from the pack in the final stretch, conceding victory. This was a smart move on his behalf. The horse racing industry could not afford another lethal equine injury at such a publicized event.
Just a month ago, Eight Bells was was put down minutes after the race ON THE TRACK, shocking horse fans everywhere. She broke both ankles in her final sprint, giving way to Big Brown's win and his shot at the coveted Triple Crown title. Just last year, Kentucky Derby winner, Barbaro broke his leg, and after a valiant medical effort, was later put down.
Desormeaux could have chosen a shot at horse racing's most respected title, but he chose to ride on the safe side. This was a smart choice for both, Big Brown and the horse racing industry.
"Did the death of the filly Eight Belles after the Kentucky Derby in any way prompt Desormeaux's action? - Reporter
"A Hall of Fame jockey such as Desormeaux rides hard to win, but his greatest instinct is to protect himself and his mount. He opted not to press on with a beaten horse who was showing signs of distress for reasons unknown." -Big Brown's Representative
More info here:
http://current.com/items/88934516_eight_belles_death_re... After recent media attention surrounding Eight Bells' tragic death at the Kentucky Derby, Big Brown's jockeys couldn't ... more -
Da Tara and Big Brown share trainer, coincedence?
Da Tara won the Belmont Stakes stopping Big Brown's bid for the triple crown. Went off at 38 - 1. He payed 79, 28, and 14.8. Someone got rich yesterday. And both horses had the same trainer. Me smells a rat. Wish I had smelled it earlier. Da Tara won the Belmont Stakes stopping Big Brown's bid for the triple crown. Went off at 38 - 1. He payed 79, 28, and 14.8. S... more
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Life at the Track
Hope is never unreasonable, especially at a racetrack, where a variety of wits, personal strategies, and overall enthusiasm converge around the possibility of earning some quick cash Hope is never unreasonable, especially at a racetrack, where a variety of wits, personal strategies, and overall enthusiasm converge a... more
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Equine events under scrutiny
THREE horses have died at high profile events within the past few weeks. The equine industry is finally taking notice and talking about it.
This is a balanced article that shows every side, from PETA to a horse trainer's point of view. THREE horses have died at high profile events within the past few weeks. The equine industry is finally taking notice and talking abou... more -
Death at the Derby
This years celebration of Big Brown's amazing victory at the Kentucky Derby was overshadowed by the tragic death of the runner up. Known as Eight Belles, the female horse (or filly) miraculously beat out the entire field with one exception. Normally considered a victory in its own right, the second place 3-year old horse broke both of her front ankles shortly after crossing the finish line. The medical response although swift was hopeless and the horse was euthanized on the track. This years celebration of Big Brown's amazing victory at the Kentucky Derby was overshadowed by the tragic death of the runner up... more
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Eight Belles' death renews horse racing questions
As an avid equestrian and horse trainer, I was heart broken to watch the fall of Eight Bells. There is NO OTHER equine sport where horses become injured like this and at this rate. It tells you something is wrong.
While the race horse industry is monitoring for substance abuse and performance enhancers, hundreds of years breeding these magnificent animals to 'perfection' poses problems. Their hearts and muscles have been optimized for running, but their bodies are not meant to withstand the high impact of more than 1,200 pounds of muscle thundering down such a fragile bone structure. Breeding, over training and supplements are pushing these animals to limits beyond their bodies' capabilities. The 'Sport of Kings' is all about money, bragging rights, and 15 minutes of fame, all at the cost of the horse.
For centuries, horses have worked so hard for humanity and brought us (literally) where we are today... Isn't it time we gave something back to them? As an avid equestrian and horse trainer, I was heart broken to watch the fall of Eight Bells. There is NO OTHER equine sport where hor... more -
Eight Belles tragedy mars 134th Kentucky Derby (video)
The 134th running of the Kentucky Derby was held on Saturday, May 3rd at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The grandstands held 50,000 spectators, who were on hand to watch 20 three-year-olds compete in the first leg of the Triple Crown. The run for the roses first place finish was worth an estimated $2,000,000. The 134th running of the Kentucky Derby was held on Saturday, May 3rd at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The grandstands hel... more
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A big win for Big Brown
Big Brown won the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, living up to his status as the pre-race favorite.
Filly Eight Belles was second, but she broke down as the 20-horse field galloped out past the finish line.
She was later euthanized on the track. Big Brown won the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, living up to his status as the pre-race favorite. ... more -
Is Horse Racing Cruel?
Another needless abuse of an animal in the name of gratuitous human entertainment
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The Kentucky Derby MEANS COCKTAILS YEAH!
I always wanted to know how to make a Mint Julep!
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Jockey Edgar Prado voted into horse racing Hall of Fame...
He was the winning rider on Barbaro... among his great feats as a jockey.
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Talk Derby to Me // Comment Picked for TV
Nothing like a mint julep on a hot and muggy day, especially if you're wearing a large pink hat, as JT does in this pod -- number 19 in the Top 71 Countdown. You deserve a mint julep for this intro, N_Satterfield -- cheers. Nothing like a mint julep on a hot and muggy day, especially if you're wearing a large pink hat, as JT does in this pod -- number... more
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Talk Derby To Me
Current's Jason Tongen is off to the races to check out the 133rd Kentucky Derby. From the grandstands to the infield, millionaires row, to the paddocks, JT walks you through the downs documenting the most exciting two minutes in sports. Current's Jason Tongen is off to the races to check out the 133rd Kentucky Derby. From the grandstands to the infield, millionair... more
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George Washington euthanized on the track at Breeder's Cup
You never ever want to see something like this at a race...
Let alone one with the visibility and excitement of the Breeder's Cup...
A pretty gloomy day at Monmouth Park...
The rain didn't help You never ever want to see something like this at a race... ... more
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