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149th Kentucky Derby Race, the Kentucky Derby Day Program, and Kentucky Derby Week Races All Set New Handle Records LOUISVILLE, Ky., May 06, 2023 -- Churchill Downs Incorporated announced... | May 6, 2023
Saffie Joseph Jr. was suspended indefinitely by Churchill Downs Incorporated after two horses under his supervision suddenly died following races in the Kentucky Derby.
The death of four horses at Churchill Downs has overshadowed preparations for the Kentucky Derby. Two horses trained by Saffie Joseph Jr. collapsed on the track and died over the past week.
The death of four horses at Churchill Downs over a span of five days has overshadowed preparations for the Kentucky Derby. Two horses trained by Saffie
Four horses died during the preparations for the famous Kentucky Derby. The cause of death is still unknown, and the authorities keep investigating the case.