Jockey Frank Amonte Jr. Suspended Over Failed Drug Test

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Frank Amonte Jr., the son of retired jockey Frank Amonte Sr., has been suspended for 15 days after testing positive for Vicodin, a painkiller for which he did not have a prescription. As a result, all of the horses under his care at Paraneck Stable were ordered scratched from upcoming races. This development may impact the prospects of Achilles of Troy, a Derby hopeful for which Amonte Jr. was serving as trainer.

Key Takeaways:

  • Frank Amonte Jr., a trainer, was suspended for 15 days after testing positive for Vicodin, a painkiller without a prescription.
  • The suspension was enforced by Aqueduct, and it will be over by April 15.
  • Paraneck Stable's horses under Amonte Jr.'s care were ordered scratched from upcoming races.
  • Ernie Paragallo, owner of Paraneck Stable, stated that Amonte Jr. tested positive for Vicodin.
  • It is uncertain whether Paragallo will retain Amonte Jr. as his trainer.
  • Achilles of Troy, a Derby hopeful, was under the care of Amonte Jr. before his suspension.
  • Frank Amonte Sr., a retired jockey, might not attend the Kentucky Derby after all due to his son's situation.

Statistics:

  • 15 days: The length of Frank Amonte Jr.'s suspension.
  • 500,000 dollars: The amount of the Gotham Stakes.
  • 70 years old: The age at which Frank Amonte Sr. aims to become the first jockey to win a race.
  • 1: The reason for the possible absence of Frank Amonte Sr. at the Kentucky Derby.

Sources:

  • The Tampa Tribune, "OLDSMAR - On March 18, the day before Achilles of Troy entered the $500,000 Gotham Stakes as the favorite..."
  • The Daily Racing Form, as quoted by Ernie Paragallo