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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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Horse racing

smart money

Sports; Horse racing

Insiders' bets or the insiders themselves.

soft track

Sports; Horse racing

Condition of a turf course with a large amount of moisture. Horses sink very deeply into it.

spell

Sports; Horse racing

The resting period between preparations or racing.

sportsbook

Sports; Horse racing

The person, shop or website who accepts bets.

spot play

Sports; Horse racing

Type of play in which bettor risks money only on types of races and horses which seem relatively worthwhile risks.

sprint

Sports; Horse racing

Short race, less than one mile.

stake

Sports; Horse racing

The prize money for the winning horses paid to the owner (eg. trophy or prize money).

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