The Epsom Derby Stakes

The horse race that is known for prestige and history is the Epsom Derby. Many races have been created from this classic and it is a testament to the class of racing of the top 3-year-olds thoroughbreds of Ireland and United Kingdom. This race is run in July and is a two day long Derby meeting at the Epsom Racecourse and the length of the race is 1 mile, 4 furlongs and 10 yards. Of all of...

Thoroughbred Horses

There are many type of horse racing done besides the flat track of the typical horse race. There is Thoroughbred racing, Harness racing, Endurance racing, Quarter Horse racing and the scary to watch Steeplechase racing. In the early 1900s as the anti-gambling force crossed the country, the sport of horse racing was almost wiped out. By 1908 there were only 25 race tracks remaining but by 1908,...