The anticipated match between Big Brown, Curlin and Casino Drive will not happen. Big Brown 'grabbed a quarter' today, an injury that while not life threatening means he is out for a long recovery. He has been retired. With extensive tissue damage he wasn't initially lame but as he was cooled off became increasingly sore and uncomfortable. His retirement was announced and he will go to Three Chimneys in Kentucky. He'll stand along the likes of Point Given, Rahy, Smarty Jones and Dynaformer.
Big Brown had 7 wins from 8 starts, with his only loss the one that cost him history - in the Belmont Stakes. While that and the Breeders Cup Classic were not to be, perhaps in a few years he'll have a son or daughter to redeem his honor. Best wishes Big Brown.
Keywords: Big Brown, Breeders Cup Classic, injury, Kentucky Derby, retired
