Horse racing is an equestrian performance sport involving two or more horses ridden by a jockey over a set distance. Although its origins are somewhat unclear, the sport has been enjoyed by horse lovers and betting enthusiasts alike for centuries. Whether you are already a fan or just looking to find out more, continue reading to familiarize yourself with a brief history of horse racing. The first recorded horse race
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Road to 2021 Breeders’ Cup: Three Heating Up, Three Cooling Down for Aug. 10
The path to the 2021 Breeders’ Cup World Championships at Del Mar on Nov. 5-6 is a road with plenty of ups and downs as talented racehorses vie for a spot in one of 14 championship races and $31 million in purses and awards.
Road to the 2021 Breeders’ Cup: Fourstardave and a Focus on Arlington
In previous years, the second weekend in August served as a proving ground for turf horses on the Road to the Breeders’ Cup, particularly for both domestic and international runners who shipped to picturesque Arlington International Racecourse northwest of Chicago to compete in that track’s International Festival of Racing.
Getting to Know Breeders’ Cup Classic Contender Knicks Go
The field for the Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic begins to take shape in early summer after the Triple Crown races conclude. Last weekend an expenses-paid berth to the $6 million Classic was awarded to Knicks Go for winning the $925,000 Whitney Stakes at Saratoga Race Course.
