D. Wayne Lukas’ horses have been transferred to assistant trainer Sebastian “Bas” Nicholl, who has been part of Lukas’ team since 2002.

Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas, who saddled four Kentucky Derby winners among his 15 winners of US Triple Crown races, has been hospitalized with a severe infection and won't return to training,

Hall of Fame horse trainer D. Wayne Lukas retires due to serious health issues, according to his family. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas is retiring from horse racing amid serious health issues. The family of Lukas said he has been hospitalized and will not return to racing.