Kentucky Derby: Archarcharch, Battle of Hastings Doing Well After Surgery

Archarcharch and Battle of Hastings, two of the horses injured during the Kentucky Derby day races at Churchill Downs, are both doing well after surgery at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky. Both surgeries took place May 8.
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Archarcharch, the Thoroughbred colt that suffered a lateral condylar fracture (a fracture of the outer half of the condyle–the bottom or distal end of the cannon bone that fits into the fetlock joint) one occurring on the outer half of the bone) in his left foreleg during the May 7 Kentucky Derby, underwent successful surgery to repair the bone May 8 at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky.

Unfortunately, the injury proved extensive enough to end Archarcharch’s racing career, an announcement that came late Sunday on owners Robert and Val Yagos’ Facebook page.

Archarcharch

Archarcharch, seen here preparing for the Kentucky Derby, is recovering well after surgery

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Erica Larson, former news editor for The Horse, holds a degree in journalism with an external specialty in equine science from Michigan State University in East Lansing. A Massachusetts native, she grew up in the saddle and has dabbled in a variety of disciplines including foxhunting, saddle seat, and mounted games. Currently, Erica competes in eventing with her OTTB, Dorado.

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