20:05 LINGFIELD (A.W.), 22 JUN 2013

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Every now and then i spend a few moments catching up on previous racing. I came to this particular race, and noticed it was declared void. Curious to know why, I watched it. (at the races.com) Firstly, I thought perhaps the stalls were faulty, but they all set off ok - apart from one, who was very slow, and moving awkwardly. Although hindsight is a fabulous thing, can't help but feel the jockey should have known something amiss. Sadly, it ended up being a fatal injury. (perhaps he was kicked at the start?)
Anyway, would like to praise officials for doing their job, and send condolences to those connected to the horse.

And yes, I realise this sort of thing does happen, but it just came to my attention due to being a void race.
 
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