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1). Breeders’ Cup World Championship
The total purses for the Breeders’ Cup World Championship have been raised to $20 million, $6 million more than last year. Seven of the eight Breeders’ Cup races have increased their purses.
The Breeders’ Cup Classic which is powered by Dodge has increased its purse to $5 million that means $1 million more than last year. The horse race will take place on November 4th, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.
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2). Arlington: Is It A Thoroughbred Killer?
Two more thoroughbred horses died during Arlington’s second race on Sunday. This unfortunate event increased the number of horses that died this season from running at Arlington to at least 26. Many others have also been sidelined or retired due to running-related difficulties experienced at the harassed northwest suburban plant. All the deaths occurred because of injuries suffered on the dirt surface.
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3). There Will Be No Triple Crown Winner This Year
The winner of the Kentucky Derby won’t be able to participate in the Belmont Stakes Race, since he’s been victim of an accident during the second competition for the Triple Crown: the Preakness Stakes.
Barbaro is recovering from an injury suffered a couple weeks ago in a career- ending breakdown at the Preakness. Barbaro shattered his right rear leg.
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