Churchill Downs, in a statement, expressed concern over the horse deaths ahead of the KentuckyDerby and said officials would press for answers.
The deaths happening in different manners points to factors beyond the racing surface.
Wild On Ice and 3-year-old filly Take Charge Briana broke down with musculoskeletal injuries during training or racing and each was transported to Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital for assessment before being euthanized.Joseph told reporters at the track Wednesday that blood work showed nothing out of the ordinary.
Lisa Lazarus, CEO of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, said in a statement sent to The Associated Press that the welfare of horses and riders is paramount.
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