Legendary thoroughbred trainer D. Wayne Lukas, 89, is back home for hospice care after being hospitalized in Louisville.
Lukas had a MRSA blood infection that caused significant damage to his heart and digestive system while also worsening some preexisting conditions, according to a statement released by the Lukas family.
The family stated that Lukas declined an aggressive treatment plan, intending to spend his remaining time with his wife and family at home.
The Hall of Famer's career spanned more than six decades, working with horses that earned victories at notable race tracks.
A succession plan was implemented by Lukas Enterprises Inc., and all horses previously trained by Lukas have been transferred to veteran assistant Sebastian “Bas” Nicholl.
