Four-time Maryland Horse of the Year and multi-millionaire Ben's Cat, who recently succumbed to complications from colic surgery after retiring from racing earlier this summer, will be returned to Maryland and buried at Laurel Park, the late gelding's connections announced Monday.
“King Leatherbury asked if we would bury Ben's ashes at Laurel, since that is where he spent most of his life,” said Georganne Hale, Vice President of Racing for the Maryland Jockey Club. “Ben's ashes will be laid to rest next to the historic Laurel paddock, which will allow fans the opportunity to visit his plot.”
Hale went on to announce that Ben's Cat will be laid to rest Nov. 11, saying, “It will be a very special day for Maryland's hero. We hope all of Ben's cfans come out to honor him at Laurel Park that day.”
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