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Jockey Faces $62K Fine for Derby Horse Strikes

5/13/2025

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Jockey Junior Alvarado faces a hefty $62,000 fine and a two-day suspension after he struck his horse, Sovereignty, eight times during the Kentucky Derby, surpassing the six-strike limit. This marks his second violation in just 180 days, leading to a doubled penalty. Alvarado has ten days to contest the ruling.

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Jockey Junior Alvarado faces a hefty $62,000 fine and a two-day suspension after he struck his horse, Sovereignty, eight times during the Kentucky Derby, surpassing the six-strike limit. This marks his second violation in just 180 days, leading to a doubled penalty. Alvarado has ten days to contest the ruling.