Triple Crown winning horse Justify is headed for retirement.
Trainer Bob Baffert announced Wednesday that, though he had hoped to get Justify racing again, ankle issues would send the horse into an early retirement.
“Justify had some filling in his ankle, and he is just not responding quick enough for a fall campaign,” Baffert said, via Horse Racing Nation. “We all wanted to see Justify run again, but ultimately it is my responsibility to make sure he is perfect. Without 60-90 days, I can’t be definite.”
Justify will be moved to WinStar Farm, where he should have a very happy retirement. Baffert said there would be opportunities for fans to come see the horse even if he won’t be racing.
Justify became the 13th Triple Crown winner in history after claiming the Belmont title, albeit under controversial circumstances to some. There had been hope that he’d be good to go for the Breeders’ Cup, but that won’t happen.
