A passion for horse racing has turned into a career for Matthew Flores, an autistic racing fan who has found a place he feels right at home as a hot walker on Cherie DeVaux’s team. 🏇💙 Now an integral part of the barn, Matthew has had a front-row seat to an unforgettable year, including Golden Tempo’s historic Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes victories. Get to know Matthew’s story in the latest installment of our series highlighting autism acceptance and inclusion in horse racing — and the people helping make the sport more welcoming for everyone. 🧩 @Cherie Ingordo-DeVaux #horsetok #autism #onthespectrum #thoroughbred #wholesome