Churchill Downs bans Bob Baffert after 2nd positive drug test for Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit

Business

In this article

Bob Baffert, trainer of Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit, stands near the track at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, April 28, 2021.
Bryan Woolston | Reuters

Churchill Downs Racetrack on Wednesday suspended horse trainer Bob Baffert for two years after attorneys said Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit had failed a second drug test for a banned steroid.

The suspension means that no horse trained by Baffert or by Bob Baffert Racing Stables can race at any track owned by Churchill Downs Incorporated through the conclusion of the 2023 Spring Meet at Churchill Downs.

That meet includes the Kentucky Derby, the first jewel in thoroughbred horse racing’s Triple Crown.

This is breaking news. Please check back for updates.

Articles You May Like

Set It and Actually Forget It
Credit Suisse shares sink further 5% as ‘material weaknesses’ found in financial reporting
Astra outlines its plan to avoid Nasdaq delisting, including possible reverse stock split
Chinese tourists are traveling again — but not the way they used to
Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Nvidia, First Republic, FedEx and more