SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. During the past week, four prominent three-year-olds who were expected to play major roles at the Breeders’ Cup were withdrawn or scratched. Two are dead. On Saturday, Geaux Rocket Ride broke down badly in a workout and was euthanized four days later. On Sunday, Kentucky Derby winner Mage was withdrawn because of a fever. On Tuesday, Practical Move, expected to be one of the favorites in the Dirt Mile, died from a “cardiac event” following a morning gallop. Later that day, it was announced that Belmont/Travers winner Arcangel, the second choice on the morning line, would […]
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