In reminiscence of jockey Miguel Mena and to assist his household, jockeys at racetracks across the nation Nov. 13 will put on black armbands emblazoned along with his nickname, “Cholo.” Mena was tragically killed Oct. 31 in a vehicular accident in Louisville, Ky.
BloodHorse: Mena Dies in Tragic Accident
“Miguel was a longtime member of the Jockeys’ Guild and a valued member of every jockey colony the place he rode,” stated Jockeys’ Guild president and CEO Terry Meyocks. “We hope this present of assist and affection will convey some consolation to his rapid household, his spouse April and daughters Naelah and Montserret in addition to his many mates all through the racing business.”
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