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Flat Racing
Flat Racing is a common term denoting a form of Horse Racing. It is a test of speed and stamina over a predetermined distance on a flat race course using a jockey.
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Is horse racing part of the Olympics?
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Horse racing itself is not an olympic event. There are,however, equestrian events. The equestrian events comprise of equestrian showjumping, dressage and cross country. Cross country tests the jumping, bravery, speed and stamina of the horse. Dressage the control in walking,trotting and cantering. Showjumping reveals control, accuracy and athleticism. The competitor with the least penalties over the course of the event will be the winner.
There are also different competitions for individuals who can compete in stadium jumping and dressage.
What was the date of the 1966 epsom derby?
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Derby Day at Epsom was historically (until 1995) the first Wednesday in June which in 1966 was the 1st of the month. Charlottown won the race.
Lester Piggott what year did he retire?
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Lester Piggott officially retired from riding in 1995
Who was the first filly to win the triple crown?
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Yes here are fillies who'd won TC Races, and the dates
Regret won the KY. Derby in 1915
Genuine Risk won the KY. Derby in 1980
Winning Colors won the KY. Derby in 1988
Flocarline won the Preakness in 1903
Whimsical won the Preakness in 1906
Rhine Maiden won the Preakness in 1915
Nellie Morse won the Preakness in 1924
Ruthless won the Belmont in 1867
Tanya won the Belmont in 1905
Rags To Riches won the Belmont in 2007
What is dress code at Longchamps Racecourse?
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There is no dress code at Longchamps Racecourse. You can wear whatever you want to but you can be kicked out if you are not wearing a shirt or shoes.
Did secreteriat sire any winning horses?
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Yes, many. But the two best were the filly Lady's Secret, that won horse of the year, voted best female twice, won the Distaff award. Also, the colt Risen Star won the Preakness and Belmont, the latter by 17 lengths.
What percentage of odds on favorites win horse races?
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Since all dogs are favuored by someone and there are 8 dogs per race, then the percentage of favourites that win races is 12.5%.
How many royal ascot winners did Lester Piggott ride?
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5 times as follows with these horses.
1965: Meadow Court
1967: Ribocco
1968: Ribero
1977: The Minstrel
1981: Shergar
What are the three triple crown races?
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In the U.S.,they are,The Kentucky Derby,The Preakness Stakes,and The Belmont S takes.Affirmed was the last horse to win it,in 1978.There hasn't been a winner since,but many have been close.In the 70's,three hosres won it.Secretariat in '73,Seattle Slew in '77,and affirmed in '78.
Can Sega royal ascot be beatin?
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There is one in a casino in Gatineau Quebec , across from Ottawa
Biggest racecourse in England?
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the longest enclosed flat racecourse in England is Pontefract , which at just over 2 miles is also the longest in Europe and i think maybe the world....Neil Jackson
Since 2005, York racecourse was extended and has now overtaken Pontefract's crown as the longest in Europe.
What is the length of a Horse Racetrack Circuit?
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Most North American tracks are about one mile and a half. Some are one mile, others a mile and a quarter. The most I've seen is a mile and a half (minus the shoot). Or maybe a mile and three quarters.
If you won the trifecta what did you do and in what sport?
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The trifecta is the pinnacle of achievements in betting on the horse races. In order to pull one of these off, the gambler must predict all three horses that will win in the correct order.
What was date of 1968 epsom derby?
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It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
It was on Wednesday the 2nd of June 1965.
What is the longest Flat Race UK?
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The Pontefract Marathon Handicap run at Pontefract over 2 miles 5 furlongs and 122 yards.
Is horse racing fixed?
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Only if Jimmie Johnson wins 4 titles in a row. Then you can officially say Nascar is fixed.
Not fixed, but some cheat better than others.
Jimmie Johnson has now won 5 titles in a row.
Which Racehorse beat Mill Reef twice?
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is this a trick question?am i missing something? mill reef lost two races to different horses-my swallow and brigadier Gerard
What county is Royal ascot in?
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Ascot Racecourse is a racecourse in England, located in the village of Ascot, Berkshire.
What dose 36 and change mean in horse racing?
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36 and change is a time for 3/8's of a mile generally a horse goes 3/8's of a mile in anywhere from :34 to :40 seconds the "change" means fifths of seconds So 36 and change means :36 1/5 - :36 4/5
Who is the best horse rider?
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Mikey and Brain Babble at the secret BMX shop are the best if you do not agree go on my space and search the secret then look at brain and Mikey babble leave comments. Information provided by: Transworld BMX Magazine
Name all duel English Irish 2000 Guineas winners?
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If you type in the words " List ALL 2000 Guineas Winners", the first website that appears is Wikipedia and if you enter that website you will be shown a complete list which includes EVERY 2000 Guineas winner since Wizard in 1809 right up to this years winner Sea the Stars.
