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.
Eight Belles Stakes was created in 1956.
Yes, you can look up "Eight Belles falling" on YouTube.
Gray
Larry Jones
In 2008.
i would say eight belles
Belles dead :( So she can't be pregnant.
Febuary 23, 2005
Eight Belles broke both front legs during the 2008 Kentucky Derby. Unfortunately, due to the severity of the injury, she had to be euthanized on the track.
Yes. Eight Belles broke both front legs, and was destroyed, or euthanized, on the track at Churchill Downs just after the race.
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!
The Wedding Belles was created in 2010.