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Horse racing

Also called equestrian sport. There are three types of horse racing: flat field racing; steeplechasing or racing over jumps; and harness racing, where horses trot or pace while pulling a driver in a small cart known as a sulky. Horse racing is closely associated with gambling generating a worldwide market of well over U.S. $100 billion.

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ante post

Sports; Horse racing

Bets placed in advance predicting the outcome of a future event.

gait

Sports; Horse racing

Harness horses are divided into two distinct groups, pacers or trotters, depending on their gait when racing. The gait is the manner in that a horse moves its legs when running. The pacer is a ...

gate

Sports; Horse racing

Another term for barrier, or position a horse will start from.

gelding

Sports; Horse racing

A male horse that has been castrated.

gentleman jockey

Sports; Horse racing

Amateur rider, generally in steeplechases.

going

Sports; Horse racing

The condition of the racecourse (firm, heavy, soft, etc. ).

good track

Sports; Horse racing

Condition between fast and slow, generally a bit wet. A dirt track that is almost fast or a turf course slightly softer than firm.

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