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Yes Eight Belles was euthanized on the track after breaking both front ankles in the 134th Kentucky Derby. Although, she did break her ankles in the beginning of the race, running on them throughout the race. It wasn't until after the race (she came in second), and when her jockey had just dismounted, that she collapsed.
Dr. Larry Bramlage, the Derby's on-call veterinarian, said the filly's injuries were too severe to even attempt to move her off the track.
"She didn't have a front leg to stand on to be splinted and hauled off in the ambulance, so she was euthanized," Bramlage said.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 13y agoShe died in a race. She was too young, and her two front ankles broke. They had to euthanize her on the spot because the vet said her accident was too severe to try to move her off the track. :(
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When was Eight Belles Stakes created?
Eight Belles Stakes was created in 1956.
Are there any videos of Eight Belles falling?
Yes, you can look up "Eight Belles falling" on YouTube.
What color was Eight Belles?
Gray
Who trained Eight Belles?
Larry Jones
What year did Eight Belles run the derby?
In 2008.
What is the most famous racehorse of 2009?
i would say eight belles
What leg did eight belles break?
She broke both ankles in both forelegs
What is the birth date of eight belles the racing horse?
Febuary 23, 2005
Is belle pregnant in home and away?
Belles dead :( So she can't be pregnant.
Will there be a curlin big brown or eight belles breyer horse?
Probably Curlin, Big Brown is doubtful, as is Eight Belles, although if you really want one I'm sure people are customizing the racehorse models - check eBay, but they will be pricey!
Did the horse Eight Bells get destroyed?
Yes. Eight Belles broke both front legs, and was destroyed, or euthanized, on the track at Churchill Downs just after the race.
Which horse died after the 2008 race in the Kentucky Derby?
Eight Belles suffered compound fractures of both forelegs and was euthanized.Fernando govea
