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Veteran Trainer, Driver, Injured During Meadows 'Training Mishap'

He was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital.

A veteran trainer and driver was injured Friday morning in a training mishap at The Meadows, a spokesman for the venue confirmed.

Rod Bolon, 54, was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital for observation and treatment. His condition was unknown Friday afternoon.

Horsemen at the scene described him as conscious and alert following the incident, the spokesman said.

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The Meadows will provide an updated story once more details are known, according to a statement.


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