Millions of people watched the 134th running of the Kentucky Derby today. Most of us watch 3 horse races a year and even though we might not be involved in the horse world there is something beautiful about seeing them run and give it their all. Today was such a day for Eight Belles. She came out of the gate and was working so hard giving her all to the sport only to have a tragic ending for such a young beautiful horse.
Was it a freak accident or is the world of horse racing becoming to strenuous on these beautiful animals.
You don't have to own a horse or be involved in the horse world to feel a saddness today about the loss of Eight Belles who was giving her all and like many animals just want to make their owners happy.
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The past few years have really taken a toll on horse racing. Barbaro won the Derby two years ago before suffering a break at the Preakness. On Saturday, Eight Belles ran proud, toe-to-toe with the boys, before ending her run in tradegy. I think the quest for the Holy Grail (the triple crown) in pushing these ponies to the brink. It's time for a deeper look into the sport of Kings and Queens.
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