Cornucopian Euthanized Following Bing Crosby Injury

Key Points:

• Cornucopian, a 4-year-old dual graded stakes winner, was euthanized after sustaining a catastrophic right-front fetlock injury during the Bing Crosby Stakes (G1) at Del Mar on July 25.
• The injury occurred as jockey Juan Hernandez began to pull the colt up around the quarter pole; despite immediate veterinary attention and transport to the barn, the injury was too severe to treat.
• Cornucopian was bred in Kentucky, sold for $1.1 million at the 2023 Keeneland September Yearling Sale, and raced for a partnership including SF Racing and Starlight Racing, under Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert.
• The colt had a promising career with notable wins including a 5 3/4-length debut victory at Oaklawn Park, and graded stakes wins in the San Carlos Stakes (G3) and Aristides Stakes (G3), amassing earnings of $462,655 with a record of 4-1-0 from eight starts.
• Co-owner Tom Ryan expressed deep sorrow over the loss, highlighting Cornucopian's talent, heart, and the strong support from his partnership and fan base.