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A timed workout where the horse is not being asked for full speed; less effort than handily; [5] or can refer to a light training workout over a short distance that is used to gauge a horse's racing potential and performance. [14] Broke down
Group races, also known as Pattern races, or Graded races in some jurisdictions, are the highest level of races in Thoroughbred horse racing.They include most of the world's iconic races, such as the Derby, Irish Derby and Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe in Europe, the Melbourne Cup in Australia, and the Kentucky Derby and Breeders' Cup races in the United States.
Glossary of North American horse racing; H. Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame; L. Leading broodmare sire in North America; Leading sire in North America;
Secretariat is widely regarded as the greatest racing horse of all time. He even landed in the 35th spot on ESPN's greatest North American athlete of ... brings tears to sports' fans eyes today ...
Pages in category "Horse racing terminology" The following 49 pages are in this category, out of 49 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A.
References A ace Slang for the drug acepromazine or acetyl promazine (trade names Atravet or Acezine), which is a sedative : 3 commonly used on horses during veterinary treatment, but also illegal in the show ring. Also abbreviated ACP. action The way a horse elevates its legs, knees, hock, and feet. : 3 Also includes how the horse uses its shoulder, humerus, elbow, and stifle; most often used ...
The amount of weight, sometimes called an impost, carried by the horse. Handily Working or racing with moderate effort, more than a breeze. [16] Hand ride When the jockey urges a horse just with his/her hands and does not use the whip. [16] Head of the stretch, top of the stretch The beginning of the homestretch. [2] Hit the board
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