The World’s Greatest Horse Races

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Mongol Derby

The Mongol Derby is the world’s longest horse race, stretching over 1,000 kilometers through the Mongolian Steppe. The course replicates the horse messenger system invented by Genghis Khan in 1224.

St. Leger

Almost four decades ago, Theodore was one of the few horses to win the St. Leger, despite being lame. Now, it is a Group One classic, and the winner has a record of four lengths over his rivals. Despite being lame at the start of the race, Theodore is the highest priced winner of the race.

Oaks

The Oaks Stakes is a flat horse race in Great Britain. It is a Group 1 race for three-year-old fillies, and it is run at Epsom Downs over a distance of one mile. The race takes place each year in late May or early June. It is the second-oldest Classic race after the St Leger.

Derby

To bet on the Kentucky Derby horse race, you’ll need to do your research. You’ll need to know the horse’s jockey, trainer, workouts, distance, and surface. This information will help you choose the best bet for the race.

Santa Anita Handicap

The Santa Anita Handicap horse race is one of the highlights of the Santa Anita race meet. The purse in the race is $100,000, a huge sum for a horse race. During its early years, the race was also known as the “Hundred-Grander” and the “Big ‘Cap.”

Breeders Cup stakes races

Breeders Cup stakes races are run by thoroughbred horses. They’re Grade II races run on dirt with purses up to US$350,000. The main event of the event is the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Stakes, a race usually run over one and a half miles.

Triple Crown

The Triple Crown is a series of horse races for three-year-old Thoroughbreds. It includes the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes. Taking place over a span of four days, these events are considered the pinnacle of thoroughbred racing.

Claiming races

Claiming horse races can be a great way to make money with your horse. These races are low-priced and offer the chance for a young horse to win his first career race. There is little risk involved in claiming a horse, and it can also be a great way to give a new owner a class break. However, it’s important to know that claiming isn’t for everyone.