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- By EDP Tech
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- 29 Oct, 2018
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Michael Owen was one of the most lethal front men in world football in the early 2000's, but the former England striker may have just undergone a dramatic career change, as he finished second in a charity race at Ascot.
Owen retired in 2013, having starred for Liverpool, Real Madrid, Newcastle United and Manchester United.
However, since hanging up his boots the 37-year-old has taken to life as a racehorse breeder and owner.
Heading into the office on a Monday like...
— ODDSbible Racing (@ODDSbibleRacing) October 29, 2018
🎥: @equidia pic.twitter.com/q3zXE2Mjaf
Here's how social media reacted to his performance on the horse:
🤣 Michael Owen finishes 2nd on Calder Prince in his races debut
— The Sportsman (@TheSportsman) November 24, 2017
Bit like his career, strong start and weak at the end #Ascot pic.twitter.com/8fRuk7jWfZ
We can confirm that Michael Owen did not pull his hamstring in the race at Ascot, contrary to the above tweet.
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Watch behind-the-scenes footage with Michael's horse:
Listen to the race commentary:
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