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It would be tight. But I'd bet on the QH. QHs have a record 57 mph, while most greyhounds have only 45 mph. No guarentee, though. The horse might trip, the dog get a short-cut, or te people organising the race tilt the finish line to the greyhound's side. ; ) : P

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Q: Who would win in a race a quarter horse or greyhound?
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