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Calgary Stampede chuckwagon incident review complete

July 15, 2007

Calgary --- The Calgary Stampede today announced that it has completed its review of the incident that

took place during the seventh heat of the GMC Rangeland Derby on Saturday, July 14. The collision

resulted in the death of three horses and the injury of driver Tyler Helmig.

Stampede officials have announced the suspension of driver Kelly Sutherland from competing in tonight’s

chuckwagon races. The suspension comes as a result of Sutherland’s unsafe driving that contributed to

last night’s tragedy.

“We are proud to present the world’s premier chuckwagon championship. As entertaining as the races are,

our top priority is the safety of everyone involved,” said Lindsey Galloway, senior manager of Corporate

Communications of the Calgary Stampede. “We will not tolerate actions by drivers that compromise the

safety of animals and participants. We will hold all competitors accountable for their actions on the track.”

David Bensmiller will drive Tyler Helmig’s outfit in tonight’s GMC Rangeland Derby.