Arcangelo won the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, making Jena Antonucci the first female trainer to win the race in its 155-year history.
Historic win: Jena Antonucci became the first female trainer to win the Belmont Stakes.
* Antonucci gave an inspirational message, saying “Don’t give up” and “If you can’t find a seat at the table, make your own table.”
* Jockey Javier Castellano, who rode Arcangelo, also won his first Kentucky Derby this year.
Horse racing safety concerns: The recent horse deaths have reignited scrutiny over the horse racing industry’s safety practices.
* Churchill Downs suspended racing in Louisville after 12 horses died on the track since April, and a horse was euthanized after being injured in a race at Belmont Park.
* Horse fatalities have fallen more than 37% since officials began tracking them in 2009, according to The Associated Press.
* The Humane Society has called for reform that prioritizes horse safety and well-being, warning that without it, racing may be in its final days.
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