D. Wayne Lukas, the esteemed horse racing trainer and Hall of Famer, passed away at 89 due to complications from a severe MRSA infection. Renowned for his significant contributions to the horse racing industry, Lukas secured 15 Triple Crown victories and tied a record with 20 Breeders' Cup wins. His family highlighted his dedication to developing new talent in the sport, while Lukas himself once stated that reading horses is key to a successful training career. He is remembered fondly for his wisdom, compassion, and the influence he had in making horse racing more accessible.
"Wayne devoted his life not only to horses but to the industry - developing generations of horsemen and horsewomen and growing the game by inviting unsuspecting fans into the winner's circle."
"The whole secret of this game, I think, is being able to read the horse: Read what he needs, what he doesn't need, what he can't do, what he can do."
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