Horse Racing News - Shishskin's death.

[whiteswan]

Great that there were no fatalities in the Grand National, but two horses died on Friday I believe....very sad

[1964white]

A four-timer for Willie Mullins

[Jaydog]

Strange that McDermott. Was heavily backed initially earlier this week in to favouritism then yesterday it drifted like a barge and ended up at 18/1 because they gambled his other horse Mr “I don’t race if I don’t want to” Incredible.

[1964white]

Strange that McDermott. Was heavily backed initially earlier this week in to favouritism then yesterday it drifted like a barge and ended up at 18/1 because they gambled his other horse Mr “I don’t race if I don’t want to” Incredible.

A very strange betting pattern, Jay.

Still cross with myself for missing out on Sharjah.

[Jaydog]

What a terrible season for Nicky Henderson.
It got a bit better recently but then he loses Shishkin.
Broke his leg when cast in his box. Very sad for all concerned. Poor horse that must have been a horrible end.

[1964white]

Awful news, Jay

Henderson added: “It's been tough. You thought when Aintree had gone well and Jonbon had come back and put up one of his best performances it was going to finish on a good note. Then fate turns its hand again. I feel desperately sorry for everyone here. Things have been put into perspective.”

A fourth-placed finish behind Gerri Colombe in the Aintree Bowl this month proved to be Shishkin's final race. He won 14 of his 21 starts, earning £798,668.

[lufc1304]

Very sad news, was a fine horse. Gotta feel for Nicky, he's had a rotten season.