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Racing Explained

Find out more about the races, rules and regulations in the lucrative sport of Flat racing.

What is a classic?

What is a classic?

The Classics are the crown jewels of British Flat racing; five races that are considered the ultimate test of a generation of horses.

What is a flat race?

What is a flat race?

Flat races are run ‘on the level’ – they do not include any obstacles.

What is a Maiden Race?

What is a Maiden Race?

A maiden race is a race for horses that have not previously won. They are held over a variety of distances and conditions with the right to run based on the sex or age of the horse.

What is The Going?

What is The Going?

The going is a term that you will hear a lot in racing. It is a description of the conditions underfoot on the course and it is important because it can affect a horse’s performance.

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