Yesterday's goodness aside (ie: Zenyatta is so much The Queen Freak I have to punctuate it with caps, and how can a victory by elder statesman Brass Hat be anything but cheer-worthy), let's not forget that this sport we love has its dangerous side.
Long-time Chicago-area rider Rene Douglas has been paralyzed following an accident in yesterday's running of the GIII Arlington Matron Handicap wherein his mount -- Born to Be -- was bumped and clipped heels, going down at the 3/16ths pole.
Thoughts, prayers, good juju... Whatever your Faith dictates, I'm sure it'll be appreciated by his family in this difficult time.
24 May 2009
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What a terrible thing for RENE DOUGLAS. Having use of his arms is of little solace to a jockey.
I thought of him all day, glad I am able to do the honey-do's this holiday weekend.
My prayers will be with him.
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