Legendary Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas passed away peacefully at his home in Louisville, Ky. on Saturday night. He was 89.
Rest in peace, Coach.
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- Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas, one of the most prolific trainers & influences in horse racing history, has been hospitalized in Louisville, Ky. and will not return to training, according to Lukas family members. Full story: churchilldowns.com/horses/news/le…
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