Chorlton Lane has been humanely euthanised after breaking down during the Group 1 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes at Caulfield. Chorlton Lane broke down badly on the home straight, throwing jockey Celine Gaudray to the ground. But Racing Victoria confirmed Chorlton Lane was euthanised as a result of his injuries. “It is with sadness that Racing Victoria (RV) confirms that Chorlton Lane was humanely euthanised by the on-course veterinarian as a result of an injury,” RV said. “It’s hard to win Group 1s and he’s done it and that’s not it for this horse.