Man gets drunk, steals horse, almost ends up competing in $6m race

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A man has been arrested after he stole a racehorse while drunk and nearly ended up competing in the famous Breeders’ Cup horse race in Kentucky.

Michael Wells-Rody reportedly sneaked into a restricted area while intoxicated, stole a horse and rode it towards the track entrance, before officials were alerted.

The 24-year-old was described by police as “under the influence of alcoholic beverages” and was asked to get off the horse by officers.

Wells-Rody reportedly became “loud and disorderly” when asked to dismount by police.

According to local newspaper reports, he has been charged with disorderly conduct and alcohol intoxication in a public place and is expected to appear in court.

The Breeders’ Cup is one of the focal points of the American racing calendar, and has been on the go since 1984.

The race was won by Accelerate at Churchill Downs while Enable, ridden by Frankie Dettori.