Perfection eluded Zenyatta in the Breeders' Cup Classic when American racing's superstar lost for the first time after 19 consecutive wins.Blame won by a head in a thrilling finish while the crowd of 72,739 urged Zenyatta on down the straight under the lights at Churchill Downs.Hall of Fame jockey Mike Smith blamed himself for the loss."It was my fault," Smith said, sobbing. "She should've won."It was so close, a matter of centimetres, the result had to be resolved by a photo - a picture that br

Perfection eluded Zenyatta in the Breeders' Cup Classic when American racing's superstar lost for the first time after 19 consecutive wins.

Blame won by a head in a thrilling finish while the crowd of 72,739 urged Zenyatta on down the straight under the lights at Churchill Downs.

Hall of Fame jockey Mike Smith blamed himself for the loss.

"It was my fault," Smith said, sobbing. "She should've won."

It was so close, a matter of centimetres, the result had to be resolved by a photo - a picture that broke the hearts of millions of Zenyatta fans around the world.

Blame went to the front in mid-straight, then fought off another gutsy run by Zenyatta who ran well behind 11 rivals in her customary style.