Do racehorses even know they're 'racing' each other? It's unlikely
When racing season arrives, everyone becomes an expert on the horses that are the stars of the spectacle.
Plants & Animals
Nov 6, 2023
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News tagged with horse racing
A horse died on the set of 'The Rings of Power': How to ensure the welfare of horses used in entertainment
The recent death of a horse on the set of Amazon's The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is the latest incident raising questions about how humans use horses for entertainment and sport.
Veterinary medicine
Mar 31, 2023
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Betting on female jockeys can bring greater rewards, but it's not all good news
The bookmaker (nearly) always wins, as the adage goes. But if you want to tip the balance in your favor, look to female riders.
Social Sciences
Dec 27, 2022
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A common drug used for racehorses could increase risk of sudden death
A commonly administered drug used in 94% of thoroughbred racehorses could increase risk of sudden death, according to a new study.
Veterinary medicine
Oct 28, 2022
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Research links IQ and betting on horse racing
The higher a man's IQ, the more likely he is to bet on horse racing, according to new research from academics at the University of Eastern Finland and the University of Liverpool.
Social Sciences
Oct 12, 2022
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Exploring the biometric data that could predict racehorse injury
Imagine having the knowledge to prevent a catastrophic event from occurring ahead of time. In horse racing, this could be a possibility.
Biotechnology
Jun 20, 2022
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Riding (and winning) like a girl: Female jockeys are more prevalent, but still treated as outsiders
This month, the biopic of jockey Michelle Payne's life, Ride Like A Girl, will be released.
Social Sciences
Sep 6, 2019
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Damage found in the bit area of most Finnish trotting horses
In a Finnish study, damage was found in the part of the mouth affected by the bit in more than 80 percent of trotters examined after a race. However, such damage is easily overlooked due to being out of sight.
Plants & Animals
Aug 16, 2019
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Mild equine asthma can distinguish winners from losers on the racetrack
From chariot racing in ancient Rome to the modern Kentucky Derby, horse racing has been celebrated in some form for more than a thousand years. Whether the horses' hooves were pounding around in a dirt-filled coliseum or ...
Veterinary medicine
Apr 17, 2019
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Are the high-rolling quants of horse racing our friends or foes?
From Wall Street to politics, quantitative analysts (or quants) are revolutionizing much of the world. Nowadays, that even includes horse racing.
Mathematics
May 20, 2016
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