Statement from NTRA Commissioner Tim Smith on the passing of Prince Ahmed bin Salman

It is with great sorrow that we learned today of the passing of Prince Ahmed bin Salman. All of us connected with the NTRA and Breeders' Cup extend our heartfelt sympathies to his family and to his colleagues at The Thoroughbred Corporation. His tragic and premature loss is a significant blow to the Thoroughbred racing industry. Having campaigned such Thoroughbred stars as War Emblem, Point Given, Spain, Sharp Cat and many others, Prince Ahmed distinguished himself as a man who competed and thrived at our sport's highest levels. His record as an owner, breeder and purchaser at auction will leave an indelible mark on the sport that he loved so dearly.

-- Tim Smith, Commissioner, National Thoroughbred Racing Association