Two More Horses Die at Churchill Downs
Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby, is investigating the deaths of two horses in the past week.
Seven horses have now died at the racetrack in the past month, raising concerns about the safety of the sport.
The latest deaths come after a seven-horse died in the span of a week leading up to the Kentucky Derby. Two of those horses died on Derby day. The two most recent deaths occurred before racing was scheduled to begin.
Churchill Downs officials said they are "deeply troubled" by the recent deaths and have launched an investigation to determine the cause. The track has also implemented a number of new safety measures, including increasing the number of veterinarians on site and requiring all horses to undergo a pre-race examination.
The deaths have raised questions about the future of horse racing. Some animal rights activists are calling for a ban on the sport, while others are calling for increased regulation. The Kentucky Derby is one of the most prestigious horse races in the world, and its future is now in jeopardy.
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