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Churchhill Downs suffered a spate of "highly unusual" and "completely unacceptable" equine deaths in May, prompting the unprecedented suspensions.
After 12 deaths at track and emergency meetings over the safety of the horses, Churchill Downs will move the rest of its Spring Meet to Ellis Park.
“What has happened at our track is deeply upsetting and absolutely unacceptable,” the track's CEO admitted.
Churchill Downs Racetrack, home to the prestigious Kentucky Derby, will temporarily suspend live racing to investigate the possible cause of an unusual number of horse injuries and deaths that occurred over the last month.
Churchill Downs officials announced today that the company will suspend racing operations at Churchill Downs Racetrack beginning June 7 through the remainder of