Bob Baffert will miss the Kentucky Derby for the third year in a row due to suspension, and one of his horses, Muth, will also miss the race. A judge denied a request by the owner of the horse to let him run in the Triple Crown.
Key Points
Bob Baffert suspended from Churchill Downs through 2024
Muth ineligible for Kentucky Derby due to Baffert's suspension
Concerns about fairness and safety in horse racing
Pros
Ensuring fair competition in horse racing
Upholding rules and regulations for the sport
Cons
Negative impact on the careers of Baffert's horses
Controversy surrounding Baffert's suspensions and horse deaths