The Hall of Famer, who has entered hospice at 89, won so many big races with so many horses that it’s hard to identify him with just one.

In a note to owners and friends on Sunday, Lukas Enterprises announced D. Wayne Lukas, 89, declined an aggressive treatment plan and will be under home hospice care.

D. Wayne Lukas, 89, is at home after being hospitalized in Louisville. A severe MRSA blood infection caused significant damage to the thoroughbred trainer's heart, digestive system and worsened preexisting chronic conditions, according to a statement from the Lukas family.