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I've not had a horse with fractured ribs and I am not clear if physiologically they would be the same level of pain as a human but a simple google search alludes to the fact that it would really hinder a horse. The term "fracture" could be pretty loose and actually mean one or more hairline fractures (still pretty impressive he paced what he did). Or his pain tolerance it incredibly high, by virtue of his own stoicism or something else. No matter what the case I feel badly for Louprint. And I am sure they would not have knowingly raced him with that kind of injury. I am sure he can heal up well; whether that means a racing or only stud career, time will tell.
You must be happy he's injured!! JACKASS!
This coming from a weasel who supports all cheaters. Now you care about the horses?
95% of bettors watching the race had Louprint on their tickets. You're just an IDIOT, DELUSIONAL DUMBASS and negative nellie!
The people I know are smarter.
I agree that a "hairline" fracture and/or a non-displaced fracture could account for a sub-par performance without crippling the horse. The fact that it took two veteran veterinarians to suss it out would argue for this.If it is a non-displaced/hairline fracture it should heal in time to allow him to come back next year and put the "hot stamp" on his career, and then go off to stud at a much higher level. Difficult decision as it could be the difference between his being worth $7mm and $25mm.
Won’t see the track again, will be syndicated soon I would estimate share price will be $70,000 to $75,000 on a 120 share basis
So you're projecting his stud fee at what?
He showed no signs jogging or training hard? This smells in my opinion. Broken ribs in a human are super painful. I don't see how this would not of showed up.