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Old 07-05-2012, 11:05 PM
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Default Tragedy at Pleasanton Fair
Jockey Jorge Herrera dies from massive head injuries after his horse clips heels in the 8th.

http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-raci...anton-accident

Very tragic and sad incident.
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Old 07-05-2012, 11:18 PM
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Sad story, what a shame... it's easy to take the dangers of this sport for granted sometimes. Condolences to his friends/family.
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Old 07-05-2012, 11:48 PM
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That is terrible news. Condolences to his family.
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Old 07-06-2012, 12:27 AM
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Tragic loss. We all know the risks they face, but it's still a shock when things like this happen. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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Old 07-06-2012, 12:42 PM
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Thoughts and prayers go out to his family/friends. A terrible incident.......
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Old 07-06-2012, 04:16 PM
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Very sad and tragic. Condolences and prayers to his family and friends.
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Old 07-06-2012, 08:35 PM
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A sad accident. My condolences to all.
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