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Kentucky Derby Winner Fails Drug Test, Trainer Suspended

Churchill Downs suspended famed horse trainer Bob Baffert, victory of Medina Spirit may be taken away after steroids test.

Kentucky Derby Winner Fails Drug Test, Trainer Suspended
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Horse trainer Bob Baffert says Medina Spirit failed a drug test after winning the Kentucky Derby. 

Baffert's horses have failed about 30 tests over the past four decades, fueling allegations of repeated cheating. 

On Sunday, the hall of famer denied any wrongdoing, saying neither he nor anyone on his team had given Medina Spirit a steroid often used to treat pain and swelling. 

Churchill Downs hasn't taken the Derby win from Medina Spirit yet, but said it would if the findings are upheld. 

In the meantime, the racetrack has suspended Baffert.