THE STORY
In May 2021, Medina Spirit won the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. Post-race testing revealed betamethasone, a prohibited steroid, in his system. Trainer Bob Baffert was fined $7,500 and suspended for 90 days. Medina Spirit was disqualified, and Mandaloun was declared the official winner. (axios.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Medina Spirit, Bob Baffert
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident marked only the second disqualification of a Kentucky Derby winner due to a failed drug test, highlighting ongoing concerns about doping in horse racing.