Kentucky Derby horses 2023 —
The 2023 Kentucky Derby will be held on May 6th, and the field of horses is set. The lineup includes 21 horses, with Forte as the favorite.
However, Tapit Trice (5-1), Angel of Empire, and Verifying are all contenders for the win.
Unfortunately, 4 horses were scratched due to injuries or deaths prior to the race. These included Practical Move, Lord Miles, Continuar and King Russell.
After the scratches, Mandarin Hero was added to the lineup and is expected to make a strong showing at the race.
Despite these losses, the 2023 Kentucky Derby promises to be an exciting event for horse racing fans around the world.
Why did Kentucky Derby horses die?
The Kentucky Derby is a major event in the horse racing world, and it’s no surprise that horses have died during the race.
In recent years, several horses have died either during or shortly after the race. The most common cause of death is due to cardiac arrest, which can be caused by overexertion or pre-existing medical conditions.
Other causes of death include injuries sustained during the race and complications from preexisting conditions.
While the number of deaths has decreased over the years, it is still unfortunate that some horses will not make it through this intense event.
Have any horses been scratched from the Kentucky Derby 2023?
Yes, four horses have been scratched from the Kentucky Derby 2023.
Skinner was the fourth horse to be scratched in a 24-hour period due to an elevated temperature.
The other three horses that were scratched were Practical Move, Lord Miles and Continuar.
King Russell and Mandarin Hero have since drawn into the main field due to these scratches.
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