There were 5 who died during racing, 5 related to training & 3 with other health issues. Seven others passed during the Belmont & 4th of July weekends for a total of 20
In 2024 the #'s were 1,2 & & 2.
Not good but there is no finger pointing as the NYRA is probably the most prestigious racing organization & have been looking to resolve the issues since at least 2023 when there were 17 fatalities.
But why 15 more deaths? People point to the breeding for speed as a major piece of the puzzle.
There are so many questions but I would bet it's a combination of issues including track surfaces that have regularly taken the blame in the past.
To remove first post, remove entire topic.
It went up this year.
There were 5 who died during racing, 5 related to training & 3 with other health issues. Seven others passed during the Belmont & 4th of July weekends for a total of 20
In 2024 the #'s were 1,2 & & 2.
Not good but there is no finger pointing as the NYRA is probably the most prestigious racing organization & have been looking to resolve the issues since at least 2023 when there were 17 fatalities.
But why 15 more deaths? People point to the breeding for speed as a major piece of the puzzle.
There are so many questions but I would bet it's a combination of issues including track surfaces that have regularly taken the blame in the past.
Jockey Brian Hernandez is in intensive care after a bad spill at Churchill yesterday. He suffered 7 broken ribs, a punctured lung & a lacerated liver. No word on Sgt.Garcia the 2 yr old colt who was vanned off the track.
Owners of Thorpedo Ann & Mystic Dan will be looking for new riders as Hernandez will be sidelined for quite awhile.
We sometimes forget how dangerous this sport can be.
Jockey Brian Hernandez is in intensive care after a bad spill at Churchill yesterday. He suffered 7 broken ribs, a punctured lung & a lacerated liver. No word on Sgt.Garcia the 2 yr old colt who was vanned off the track.
Owners of Thorpedo Ann & Mystic Dan will be looking for new riders as Hernandez will be sidelined for quite awhile.
We sometimes forget how dangerous this sport can be.
Hot Forum Topics
