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Keeneland Confirms Two Racehorse Euthanasias After Weekend Track Injuries

Track medical staff cleared the jockeys involved to continue riding.

Overview

  • The incidents occurred on Oct. 10 and Oct. 11 during Race 6 and Race 1 at the Lexington, Kentucky track.
  • In Race 6 on Friday, Gotta Lotta Temp (also reported as Gotta Lotta Tempo) was injured and euthanized, and jockey Tyler Gaffalione was evaluated and cleared.
  • In Race 1 on Saturday, Cielo sustained a severe injury and was euthanized; jockey Flavien Prat was cleared to continue riding.
  • Local reports cite statements from Keeneland and race officials as the source of the incident details and outcomes.
  • As of the latest reporting, there are no announced investigations or policy actions related to the incidents.