The racehorse Gold Dancer has been put down after suffering a fatal injury while winning the Mildmay Novices’ Chase at Aintree.
Gold Dancer had stayed on its feet following an awkward landing on the final fence, with the 100-30 joint-favourite under Paul Townend crossing the line ahead of Regent’s Stroll.
The seven-year-old, trained by Willie Mullins, received on-course treatment before it was confirmed that he had been put down.
“Unfortunately he broke his back and they put him down,” said Gigginstown’s Eddie O’Leary.
A statement from Aintree Racecourse said: “The winner of our second race of the day, Gold Dancer, was pulled up after the line and dismounted.
“He was immediately attended to by our expert veterinary team but sadly he could not be saved. Our heartfelt condolences are with his connections.”
More follows
.png?trim=0,0,0,0&width=1200&height=800&crop=1200:800 "Can’t tell if it’s real? Robot birds could soon be flying around National Parks – UK Times")