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.