Horse racing

Horse racing

Also called equestrian sport. There are three types of horse racing: flat field racing; steeplechasing or racing over jumps; and harness racing, where horses trot or pace while pulling a driver in a small cart known as a sulky. Horse racing is closely associated with gambling generating a worldwide market of well over U.S. $100 billion.

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Simulcast

Sports; Horse racing

A simultaneous live television transmission of a race to other tracks, off-track betting offices or other outlets for the purpose of wagering.

Single

Sports; Horse racing

A Straight bet on one selection to win one race or event, also known as a straight-up bet.

Single stakes about (SSA)

Sports; Horse racing

A bet consisting of 2 bets on two selections (1 single on each selection any to come 1 single on the other selection reversed).

Sloppy track

Sports; Horse racing

A track that is wet on surface, with standing water visible, with firm bottom.

Slow track

Sports; Horse racing

A racing strip that is wet on both the surface and base. Between good and heavy.

Soft track

Sports; Horse racing

Condition of a turf course with a large amount of moisture. Horses sink very deeply into it.

Bobble

Sports; Horse racing

A bad step away from the starting gate, sometimes caused by the ground breaking away from under a horse and causing him to duck his head or go to his knees.