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Uncrowned King Euthanized After Shoulder Fracture in Del Mar Race

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club reiterated safety protocols following the decision to euthanize the three-year-old colt

FILE. Del Mar Thoroughbred Club racing.
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Overview

  • Uncrowned King suffered a fractured shoulder near the quarter pole in Saturday’s seventh race and was humanely euthanized the following day.
  • Track officials confirmed this was Del Mar’s first racing fatality of 2025 and offered condolences to the horse’s connections.
  • Jockey Alfredo Bautista was thrown from the colt during the incident but did not sustain serious injuries.
  • Del Mar Thoroughbred Club emphasized its commitment to maintaining one of the country’s safest racing environments.
  • The California Horse Racing Board recorded five racehorse deaths at Del Mar in 2024 and industry standards mandate immediate veterinary assessment after on-track injuries.