Horse racing

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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stewards enquiry

Sports; Horse racing

An enquiry by the stewards into a race.

stick

Sports; Horse racing

A jockey's whip.

bat

Sports; Horse racing

A jockey's whip.

Black Caviar

Sports; Horse racing

Black Caviar (foaled 18 August 2006) is an Australian Thoroughbred racehorse undefeated in 22 races, a success record not equalled for over 100 years. She is considered to be the best sprinter in the ...