Any word on jockey Frank Alvarado in the 11th Stakes at Pleasanton?

cowgirlintexas · #1 07-01-2008, 06:54 AM

Glad to hear he's alright. I would have loved to help you with your question, but there was'nt any mention of it anywhere. Must have been one of those situations that looked bad but was'nt.

Pedigree Ann · #2 07-01-2008, 07:23 AM

Sometimes they (horses and jockeys) get the wind literally knocked out of them and can't move until they get their breath back. I've seen steeplechasers who haven't moved for several minutes (and everyone has feared the worst) suddenly lurch to its feet, give a little shake, and walk off none the worse for wear.

#3 07-01-2008, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Pedigree Ann

Sometimes they (horses and jockeys) get the wind literally knocked out of them and can't move until they get their breath back. I've seen steeplechasers who haven't moved for several minutes (and everyone has feared the worst) suddenly lurch to its feet, give a little shake, and walk off none the worse for wear.

That happens to me all the time.