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02/17/2013 1:40PM
Turf Paradise: 2012 Phoenix Gold Cup winner Derive euthanized after breaking down
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Derive, Turf Paradise horse of the meet for the 2011-2012 season after winning six straight at the Phoenix track, including the 2012 Phoenix Gold Cup, broke down while defending his title Saturday and had to be euthanized.
Track veterinarian Dr. Jack Muller confirmed that the 7-year-old Derive tore suspensory ligaments and fractured both sesamoids in his left front ankle.
"This is the toughest time I've ever had walking into the winner's circle," said Derive's trainer, Robertino Diodoro, who also saddled the winner, L., A. Weekend. "This is not the way it's supposed to be. This is heartbreaking."
Derive, owned by Rick Wiest, who also owns L. A. Weekend, won 9 of 27 and $256,204.
Always heartbreaking to hear
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very sad to hear
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This is sad news indeed, enjoyed watching him during his streak via tvg..Blessings Derive & to all his connections..
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RIP dear boy
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That is just tragic and heartbreaking.
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