Medical Issues Force Lukas to Exit Training Career
Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas, one of the most prolific trainers and influences in horse racing history, has been hospitalized in Louisville, Ky. and will not return to training, according to Lukas family members.
According to the family, Lukas, 89, has battled a severe infection that has worsened his condition. Lukas has declined an aggressive treatment plan and will soon return home to spend his remaining time with wife Laurie, grandchildren Brady Wayne Lukas (Dani) and Kelly Roy (David) and great grandchildren Johnny Roy, Thomas Roy, Walker Wayne Lukas, and Quinn Palmer Lukas.
The family is requesting privacy during this difficult time.
In a detailed and smooth succession plan put in place by Lukas Enterprises Inc., the horses previously under Lukas’ care have been transferred to his veteran assistant Sebastian “Bas” Nicholl.
This story will be updated.
This press release has been edited for content and style by BloodHorse Staff.
