Horses naturally synchronise their running in groups – but ‘racing’ and ‘winning’ are human concepts.
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Audiences are essentially paying Sony for the privilege of watching an extended advert.
Imagine an NBA game played outdoors in August, with no substitutions and players wearing snowsuits, gloves and ski masks. Race car drivers routinely compete under similar conditions.
The America’s Cup challenges have been key to Auckland reclaiming its waterfront to give the public a chance to see more of the racing.
Engaging two-year-old horses in the intensive training to prepare for competitive racing is a bit like asking a 13-year-old child to perform at the peak of their athletic potential.
As the Melbourne Cup approaches, new research shows whipping horses really doesn’t offer the benefits its proponents claim.
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