Jason Kelce under fire for Secretariat steroid allegations, forced to apologize to appease horse racing fans

Horse racing fans were not happy after Kelce’s allegations about the famous racehorse

Jason Kelce got into a horse racing debate on social media on ThursdayLAPRESSE

Philadelphia Eagles’ legend Jason Kelce stirred up controversy in the horse racing community with his recent comments about the iconic thoroughbred, Secretariat.

Kelce, known for his outspoken nature, suggested that Secretariat might have been doping during his racing career in the 1970s.

These remarks sparked a heated debate on social media among sports fans and horse racing fans.

Kelce’s comments came in response to a discussion about Secretariat’s remarkable achievements and physical attributes.

Someone on X refuted the idea of Secretariat being on steroids, citing the horse’s naturally enlarged heart as a possible explanation for its extraordinary performance.

However, Kelce wasn’t convinced, arguing that the prevalence of steroid use in the 1970s, coupled with the lack of adequate testing at the time, raised suspicions about the legendary horse’s accomplishments.

In a lengthy post, Kelce expressed his skepticism, pointing out Secretariat’s unparalleled muscular stature and the absence of reliable testing methods during that era.

He acknowledged the possibility that Secretariat could have been a natural talent but emphasized the likelihood of performance-enhancing drug use among racehorses at the time.

Here’s Kelce’s full post:

Kelce’s provocative remarks ignited a firestorm of criticism and backlash from the horse racing community.

Kelce’s appology to horse racing fans

Facing mounting pressure and backlash, Kelce issued a public apology, clarifying that he didn’t intend to undermine Secretariat’s legacy or offend anyone with his comments.

He acknowledged the lack of concrete evidence to support his claims and expressed regret for stirring controversy.

“I’m sorry everyone, wasn’t trying to get people riled up, I really thought it was just known that in the 70s steroid use was rampant. I’m not trying to take away from Secretariat’s, or anyone from that eras legacy. You’re right, without proof it is unfair to assume these things publicly, I apologize,” he wrote.

Despite his apology, Kelce’s comments continue to divide opinion within the sports world.

Some defend his right to express skepticism, citing past instances of doping scandals in various sports.

Others condemn Kelce for tarnishing Secretariat’s reputation without substantial evidence.