Cornucopian is euthanized after leg injury at Del Mar
Horse Racing Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- Cornucopian, a two-time graded-stakes winner trained by Bob Baffert, was euthanized Sunday at Del Mar after sustaining a catastrophic right-front fetlock injury during the Grade 1 Bing Crosby Stakes on Saturday.
- Jockey Juan Hernández pulled up Cornucopian in the far turn of the six-furlong race after the injury occurred, and the colt was fitted with a brace before being transported off the track in an equine ambulance.
- The 4-year-old colt, sired by Into Mischief, had an impressive record of 8 starts with 4 wins and earnings of $462,155, including victories in the Aristides (G3) and San Carlos (G3) earlier in the year.
- Cornucopian was the 6-5 favorite in the Bing Crosby Stakes, which serves as a qualifier for the Breeders’ Cup Sprint, but the race was won by 5-1 shot Listenupshance.
- Lead owner Tom Ryan expressed deep sorrow over the loss, highlighting Cornucopian’s talent, heart, and strong fan base, and confirmed the decision to euthanize was made with expert veterinary advice for the colt’s dignity.
