During the running of the Grade 3 Lake George on July 26 at Saratoga Race Course, the Mike Maker-trained Aterradora was pulled up by jockey Ricardo Santana, Jr. in the gallop out after finishing fifth. The horse was immediately attended to by on-track veterinarians, who transported Aterradora to Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Radiographs taken on Saturday revealed a slab fracture of the right knee, which was followed by a CT scan to allow for surgical planning. At the time of surgery the extent of the injury was found to be more severe and complicated than previously identified. As a result, and upon the recommendation of attending veterinarians, Aterradora was humanely euthanized July 28 at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital.
Background information
Since the beginning of the summer meet on July 10, there has been one equine fatality (Aterradora) during racing and two equine fatalities during training (National Secret and Dazzle d'Oro)
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