Great White, fifth horse scratched from the Kentucky Derby; cleared by veterinarians after fall
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Key Points:
- Great White was scratched from the Kentucky Derby after bucking off his jockey, Alex Achard, and falling to the ground while being led to the gate.
- Moments before the race, Great White reared up, threw his jockey, and then threw himself on his back before getting up and being led away.
- Trainer John Ennis confirmed that Great White was checked by veterinarians and is doing fine despite the incident.
- Great White had been entered into the Derby as a replacement for Silent Tactic, who was scratched due to a foot injury.
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