The article reports on the death of horses in 2023 that cast reckless breeding and doping practices, compromised veterinarians and trainers, and resistance to changes in horse racing, based on an analysis of confidential documents and covert recordings by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation. Findings revealed the relationship of a drug veterinarian and drug compounder with horse trainers and owners, illegal blood doping, lack of medication and treatment of horses.