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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.
147 Questions
Why was 1913 a special year for the epsom derby?
I think it was the year a suffraget threw herself in front of the Kings Horse just after Tattenham corner and killed herself.
Who was the first female Jockey to ride in the United States?
It was either Diane Crump or Mary Bacon.
The first female to hold a jockey license in the United States was Hilda Hauser and the second was Daisy Parsons in the 1920-1930s
The Derby, The Oaks and the St Leger are three of the five Classic flat races for horses in Great Britain, the others being the 1,000 Guineas and the 2,000 Guineas.
The Derby (also known as the Epsom Derby) is run over a course of 1 mile 4 furlongs and 10 yards at Epsom racecourse on the first weekend of June. It is for three-year-old colts and fillies.
The Oaks is run over the same course but is only for three-year-old fillies. it si run on the Friday before the Derby.
The St Leger is run over 1 mile 6 furlongs and 132 yards and is also open to three-year-old colts and fillies. It is held at Doncaster in September.
The 1000 Guineas is run over a mile at Newmarket in April or May, and is open to three-year-old fillies.
The 2000 Guineas is also run over that course and is open to three-year-old colts and fillies, and is run in April or May.
Which Horse won the St Ledger in 1987?
Reference Point ridden by Steve Cauthen and trained by Henry Cecil won the 1987 St Leger at Doncaster.
Has Richard Quinn the jockey retired?
Yes he has - in 2008 - see link below
www.buzzle.com/editorials/7-6-2006-101437.asp
Siena Italy. It is the home of the Palio Di Siena, which takes place twice a year, on July 2 and August 16th.
Ascot takes its name from its location: East Cote. A cote is a somewhat archaic term for a shelter for mammals and birds, which was probably a notable structure where the village began its existence. As with many words and names, the two words blended together in the local dialect so that by the early 1700's when the Ascot racecourse was established, the village had already taken the name of Ascot on maps and the racecourse took its name from its location.
What race was won by a horse called Santa because in 1964?
Actually, this is a trivia question "When did Christmas Day fall on a Boxing Day". The horse Christmas Day actually fell at a race at Kempton on Boxing Day.
How long did the 2009 royal rumble last?
The 2009 Royal Rumble lasted a total time of 49 minutes and 55 seconds. -Tyler Monahan
Royal ascot previous winners of the royal hunt cup?
The Royal Hunt Cup is a prestigious handicap race held annually at Royal Ascot, typically attracting a competitive field of thoroughbreds. Notable previous winners include "The Tin Man" in 2017, who later achieved success in other high-profile races, and "Afaak," who claimed victory in 2019. Other significant winners over the years include "Rising Star" and "Junction." The race is known for its rich history and often serves as a highlight of the Royal Ascot meeting.
