Welcome to the Memorial

View a constellation of Thoroughbreds who once labored for their keep andgave their lives on the track. Yet many fatalities go unreported by theindustry in unfairness to the horses and public. Therefore, we seekto give fallen racehorses the honor they deserve.
World Racehorse MemorialYears 2023–PresentYears 2014–2022
Years 1800–2013
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Historical Document for the Horses
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9/11/2025:The valiant Buffalo Bill (AUS) and Prince Vitality (NZ) have joined“Most Starts for Racehorses on the Memorial”(below)

Oldest Racehorses on the Memorial

Fate’s Secret (1992-2016), 24yo bay horse or gelding 

UPDATED 4/30/2025 — Often starting at age 2, some horses endure lifelong racing careers, never to retire before they finally suffer a fatal injury. Currently, eventer Fate’s Secret (USA) is the Memorial’s oldest horse at age 24.

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Most Starts for Racehorses on the Memorial

Kingarvie (CAN) (1943-1955), 12yo chestnut horse 

UPDATED 9/11/2025 — Despite the dangers of racing, some horses perform a high number of starts before suffering a fatal injury. On the Memorial, Queen’s Plate winner Kingarvie (USA) has reigned as our “king of starts” with 169 races. Now Peachey Carnehand (GB) co-reigns with the same number of starts.

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What’s in a Name?

Tin Cup Chalice (2005-2009), 4yo bay gelding

UPDATED 9/12/2025 — The clever and endearing names given to racehorses seem to reflect a love and hope their keepers hold for these noble creatures.

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The Rise of Racehorse Advocacy

9/8/2025 — Over the years we’ve seen a rise in published fatality reports across the globe, each attempting to raise public awareness about the ills of horseracing. More >>