The Agony of Victory

I usually don't enjoy watching horse races because of the inherent cruelty to animals. But, I played along when I was at a Kentucky Derby party on Saturday. I was secretly routing for the one and only filly in the race, Eight Belles, and was so happy when she placed (horse talk for coming in second place). Then, my heart broke when I heard that she was euthanized right after the race. Apparently she collapsed and broke two of her legs after finishing. So sad. Bye Eight Belles.