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Tragic Day at Cheltenham: Three Racehorses Die During Event

The deaths of the horses, including a winner, reignite debates on the safety and ethics of horse racing.

  • Three horses died at the Cheltenham November Meeting, including 'Abuffalosoldier,' who collapsed after winning a race.
  • 'Bangers And Cash' and 'Napper Tandy' were the other horses that died, with cardiovascular issues suspected in two cases.
  • The incidents have prompted investigations by the British Horseracing Authority to understand the causes of the deaths.
  • The deaths were broadcast live, shocking viewers and intensifying calls from animal rights activists to ban such races.
  • The Cheltenham racecourse has a history of fatalities, with similar incidents occurring in past events, raising ongoing safety concerns.
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