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Ferocious Dies from Laminitis Following Foreleg Injury

JR Ranch announced Monday that multiple Grade I-placed ‘TDN Rising Star’ Ferocious has died from complications of laminitis after battling a foreleg injury.

The talented son of Flatter had established himself as a promising contender with second-place finishes in both the GI Hopeful Stakes at Saratoga and the GI Claiborne Breeders’ Futurity at Keeneland in 2024.

Ferocious was sidelined following his fourth-place finish in the GIII Holy Bull Stakes on February 1 with what was initially described as a minor muscle tear that would require recovery time, effectively ending his Triple Crown campaign.

His condition deteriorated when he developed what connections described as a “terrible” cellulitis infection, which ultimately led to his battle with laminitis.

“RIP Ferocious,” Ramiro Restrepo shared on social media. “Talented, gorgeous, and noble. Loved by your partners, we never got to see you fulfill your true potential. Sidelined due to a very unique foreleg injury suffered in his last race, along with a terrible cellulitis infection. Ultimately succumbing to Laminitis today.”

Bred in Kentucky by Gentry Stable LLC, Ferocious commanded $1.3 million at the OBS March Sale in 2024 after an impressive furlong breeze in :9 4/5.

The colt raced for the partnership of JR Ranch, Marquee Bloodstock, High Step Racing and OGMA Investments, LLC and was trained by Gustavo Delgado throughout his brief but promising career.

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