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Thoroughbred
Thoroughbred is a breed of horse best known for flat racing but can also be bred for other forms of competition such as hurdling, polo, steeplechasing, or even show jumping. You will find all manner of questions on these amazing horses and their various disciplines.
1,085 Questions
Who chose the races for the Triple Crown And why were those races chosen?
The American Triple Crown races were in existence long before they became the Triple Crown. the governing body of horse racing at the time decided that the USA needed a Triple Crown for Thoroughbreds, as there was one already in existence in England where Thoroughbreds were originally created. The Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes were chosen due to their length and prestige.
What is the value of a 22 calaber sport king special model a100?
Value depends on condition, box, accessories, papers, etc.. Range from 200-425 USD.
Does horses racing ever get injured?
Yes Horses do Get injured when racing
for instance if say your riding and your horse has dirt flicked up at their eyes they may not be able to see so the could cut themselves if they run into something!
How many years since a horse has won from barrier 24 in the Melbourne cup?
The last horse to win from barrier 24 in the Melbourne Cup was Gala Supreme in 1973.
So that's 38/39 years (depending on if you're counting this year, cause it hasn't run yet)
How long does it take to run the Kentucky Derby?
depends, if you are fat then it will take you longer than if you were fit.
Did Parker Townsend and Christina Reese get married in the Thoroughbred books?
No. Christina is about 18 or 19 when the books end, and Parker would be 20 or 21. The only update we hear about them is that Christina is still perusing a career as a vet and Parker is accepted to USET, so he's Olympics bound. http://whitebrookfarm.blogspot.com has recaps of the Thoroughbred books, including the last few, in detail.
Secretariat
Did the horse Animal Kingdom ran two Kentucky Derby?
Horses can only run in the Kentucky Derby as a three year old. As such, no horse ever runs the Derby more than once.
How did the Irish influence horse racing?
The Irish invented horseracing. It began as a game of how fast can your new horse run but then grew. When the Irish immigrated over to the United States, the sport became nation wide. The sport was especially popular in Kentucky, and thus the Kentucky Derby was the name of the game. Heres a good site http://www.ibiblio.org/fiddlers/Playingponies2.htm
What is Kentucky Derby winner Fusaichi Pegasus nicknamed?
'FuPeg' is the nickname of Fusaichi Pegasus [foaled April 12, 1997]. He won the 2007 Derby, with Kent Desormeaux [b. February 27, 1970] as his jockey. His unusual name honors his owner Fusao Sekiguchi [b. December 20, 1935], lays claim to being '#1' or 'the best' ['-ichi'], and memorializes the winged horse of ancient Greek mythology.
Can a spectator bring a camera to Saratoga Race Course?
Yes, it;s perfectly fine to bring a camera. And, I highly recommend it, the grounds and activity is absolutely beautiful.
What filly died on the track at the Kentucky Derby 2 years ago?
Eight Belles [February 23, 2005 - May 3, 2008] was euthanized after the Kentucky Derby on May 3, 2008. She came in second, five lengths after Big Brown. Both of her front ankles were fractured extensively.
For what was the horses used for?
The Arabian horse is a general 'Jack of all trades' breed. They can do most anything, but they are best at endurance and trail riding. In the past they were also used for war horses and to improve on other breeds.
Who were the 14 jockeys in the first Kentucky Derby?
There were 15, not 14, jockeys who participated in the inaugural Kentucky Derby of May 17, 1875. Of that number, Billy Lakeland was the only white rider. The fourteen others, including the first-place-finisher, were all African Americans. The complete list of names, in the order in which the riders' horses finished, is as follows:
1. Oliver Lewis [1856 - 1924] on Aristides;
2. H. Williams on Volcano;
3. W. Chambers on Verdigris;
4. W. Walker on Bob Woolley;
5. M. Kelson on Ten Broeck;
6. J. Carter on Grenoble;
7. M. Jones on Bill Bruce;
8. W. Henry on Chesapeake;
9. R. Colston on Searcher;
10. Billy Lakeland on the chestnut filly Ascension;
11. Halloway on Enlister;
12. D. Jones on McCreery;
13. Masterson on Warsaw;
14. J. Houston on Vagabond; and
15. Stradford on the chestnut filly Gold Mine.
What was Julie Krone's horses' name that won the triple crown?
Julie Krone rode Colonial Affair to victory in the 1993 Belmont Stakes.
Who won the 1918 triple crown?
No horse won the American Triple Crown in 1918. However, Sir Barton won it a year later, in 1919.
Where was the first Kentucky Derby held?
The Louisville Jockey Club Course was where the first Kentucky Derby was held. That was the original name of the Churchill Downs racetrack, where the Derby still is being held. Whatever the name, the world-famous grounds are located in Louisville, Kentucky.
How old would Desert Orchid be if he was still alive?
The thoroughbred racehorse Desert Orchid, aka Dessie, was foaled on April 11, 1979. He died at the age of 27 in 2006. He would have turned 39 in and would have been among the oldest living horses.
Was Penny Tweedy the first woman to own a racehorse?
No because Ms. Phipps had racehorses before Penny Tweedy.
What is the derivation of the expression 'Kentucky is the land of beautiful horses and fast women'?
Kentucky- Home of fast women, beautiful horses & good bourbon!
