LEXINGTON - Add the Keeneland spring meet to the list of sporting events canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
"Keeneland’s spring meet is a rite and tradition that touches every aspect of Central Kentucky and beyond, and the decision to cancel racing is agonizing for our staff, our many loyal fans and our horsemen," Keeneland President and CEO Bill Thomason said in a news release announcing the decision. "During the past several weeks, we have exhausted all avenues for safely conducting our spring meet.
"Since the beginning of this pandemic, we have diligently worked with local, state and national partners in health and government to ensure our actions are the most responsible we can take.