Fergie Falls Down
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I’ve never been a huge fan of horse racing, but this news from last week’s Kentucky Derby was too tragic to dismiss. It seems the race’s second-placing horse had to be put down as soon as she crossed the finish line. USA Today says
Trying to become the first filly to win the Derby since 1988, Eight Belles finished second to Big Brown. Shortly after crossing the finish line she broke both ankles and had to be destroyed.
Even more disturbing are the pictures of the poor horse breaking her ankle right before her untimely death. Who in their right mind puts a horse in four-inch heels? Sparkly ones at that? Given the choice, your average equine would probably choose a nice satin flat for themselves, but nooo. The owner must have had something “sexier” in mind. I hope you’re happy, Larry Jones, you heartless bastard. You disgust me.
One more closeup of Eight Belle’s injury and bunions after the jump
8 Comments, Comment or Ping
Ben
Haha…she looks miserable. what happened to her??
May 8th, 2008
Captain-Insano
I think this horse may be on steroids or possibly HGH.
May 8th, 2008
Anthony
At least she didn’t piss herself….but boy would I hit that with some anger….it would be a delightlful 23 seconds….
May 8th, 2008
nordo
Nothing her sack of oats won’t cure
May 8th, 2008
bionic bunny
see, that’s why i come here. hard hitting news stories, with no punches pulled!
that, and um…
what’s a bunion?
May 8th, 2008
Izzy
The old gray mare, she ain’t what she used to be.
May 8th, 2008
ben
well played izzy!
May 8th, 2008
MBA Nixon
She can do a one-handed cartwheel but has trouble getting across the curb?
May 10th, 2008
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