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September 1, 2025

Which is the greatest race horse?

When someone asks, 'Which is the greatest race horse?', it's pretty much like asking me to pick the greatest superhero of all time. But when it comes to race horses, there are only a handful of legends that might make a case for greatest athletes; Man o’ War, Secretariat, Frankel - they all transformed the […]

September 1, 2025

Horse Breeds Horse Races

Which horse is best for a race?

Horse racing enthusiasts often ask: Which horse is best for a race? Suppose you are watching a big race and the crowd is cheering as the horses are flying by. You may be asking yourself: is the brown strong horse or the skinny white horse the fastest? They are not just lucky- a lot of […]

What is the best post position in horse racing?

August 29, 2025

Flat Horse Races Tracks

What is the Best Post Position in Horse Racing?

In horse racing, one thing does not go away: the question “What is the best post position in horse racing?” gives a horse a better chance to win. Racegoers and bettors debate if either the "inside rail" is the stick, "middle posts" provide the safest betting ground, or if the "wide posts" provide the freedom […]

August 27, 2025

Horse Breeds Horse Races Jockeys

How Much Does a Racehorse Weigh?

When you see a horse race or watch some replays, you might be amazed by how fast and strong that horse is. But have you taken a moment to think: how much does a racehorse weigh? Their weight is not just a fun fact, but is a key factor in how they train, race, and […]

August 18, 2025

Flat Horse Races

What is a bumper horse race?

If you've ever sat down to watch the horses race and heard someone mention "a bumper," you might be thinking that it is some kind of car accident. Don't worry, it's not. A bumper horse race is one of the more unusual, interesting things in National Hunt racing. It looks like a flat race, it […]

August 15, 2025

Betting Horse Races Tips

What does nap mean in horse racing?

If you are unfamiliar with horse racing, you may hear the person standing next to you claim, "This is my NAP of the day." Don't worry; we are not talking about a nap between races. In horse racing, a NAP is the tipster's 'best bet of the day'. It can be thought of as the […]

August 14, 2025

Horse Races Legends Tracks

What do you call a top race horse?

If you’ve ever been trackside at a horse racing event, felt the ground shake, and a haze of muscle, speed and beauty went by, you may have wondered to yourself, “What do you call a top race horse?” The short answer is: a Thoroughbred. But that is only the start of the story. A Thoroughbred […]

What is the top horse race in the world?

August 8, 2025

Equine Events Horse Races

What is the top horse race in the world?

When someone asks, "What's the top horse race in the world?” it's not about popularity or size, it's about how the sport elite's performance is ranked globally. According to the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA) in 2023 the Japan Cup rated out as the World’s Best Horse Race at an impressive rating 126.75. Why […]

July 25, 2025

Equine Events Horse Races Tracks

Must-Do Activities at the Del Mar Race Track

If you're at the Del Mar Race Track in summer 2025, you're in for more than just horse racing. The racing is, of course, thrilling; but the magic lies in the little things in between the races. Let's jump into some of the best things to Must-Do Activities at the Del Mar Race Track so […]

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June 18, 2025

Horse Races Track Insights Tracks

Horse Racing Speed Figures Tutorial for Beginners

Horse racing speed figures are numbers that show how fast each horse ran in a race. They make it easy to compare performances. An expert says that speed figures help measure how well a horse performed. Essentially, a speed figure takes a horse's race time and turns it into a number. Faster times get higher […]

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