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By Elisha Fieldstadt
The co-owner of Maximum Security, the horse that crossed the finish line first in the Kentucky Derby but was disqualified, said Monday that he was stunned by the decision and was planning to appeal the commission's state races.
"We were stunned, shocked and totally incredulous," said Gary West in an exclusive interview with "Today". "The appeal must be filed within 48 hours, so we will table it today."
The commissioners determined Saturday that the horse was dangerously hindering the paths of others and Country House was declared winner. It was the first time in 145 years of Derby history that a horse was disqualified for action during the competition. (In 1968, the original winner was subsequently disqualified for a drug test).
West said on "Today" that maximum security would not be competing in the Preakness Stakes on May 18th.
"I think there is no triple crown at stake for us," said West. "And there is no reason to return a horse in two weeks if you do not have to."
This is a story in development, check again for updates.
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