Breeders' Hero Liam Put Down Breeders' Cup Classic winner Saint Liam has been put down after fracturing a hind leg while being led to his paddock on Tuesday.The six-year-old was immediately examined and treated once he sustained the injury before being transported to Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital near Lexington, according to www.bloodhorse.com.But due to the extent of the left-tibia fracture, no surgical repair was possible and the stallion was euthanized later in the day.Saint Liam was voted 2005 Horse of the Year and champion older male in the USA following his impressive victory in the Breeders' Cup Classic at Belmont last October.Saint Liam was retired to Lane's End Farm near Versailles after that one-length success with a record of nine wins and six seconds from 20 starts ? which cumulated in earnings of 4,456,995.? PA Sport
