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In case you do not know, horse racing is one spectacular sport that has been practiced in various countries for so many years now. Such sport is actually closely associated with gambling. In fact, it was reported that the income generated by sports betting on horse races amounted to more than US$ 100 billion in 2008 alone. For this, it has beautifully evolved into an industry treasured by many.

The main attraction in these racing events is actually the “equestrian” and of course, needless to say the horse that runs the race. If you will look back during the earlier times, you will find out that the equestrians tried to improve their skills by going through different kinds of races. As a matter of fact, if you will trace it in history, the equestrian and the horse have not only been a source of entertainment in huge crowds but they were considered to be such a significant duo in those days. This may be attributed to the skills of the equestrian combined with the power of the horse which were greatly considered necessary to win battles in wars.

One type of race which gained so much popularity was the chariot racing of the Greeks. It was actually deemed dangerous as it could lead to deaths of both the jock and the horse. But on the other hand, despite the risks involved in participating in such events, there were still many people who tried it out with the hopes of achieving fame and money from winning. In fact, it is still quite popular up to the present time because there are countless of people who still avidly support the sport until at this instant.

In case you do not know, there are many types of horse racing that have been favorites of many bettors; namely flat racing, harness racing and steeple chasing. What is more, because a different racing type would mean specialized skills of the equestrian and the horse, there have been much training, breeding and offers of equipment that are needed in each type.

But then in different countries, there are also different styles, types and distance that each event will cover. Keep in mind that it is important to be familiar with each type especially if one is considering entering competitions in different countries. There are also different kinds of breed in horses that are said to be the best in racing. The most popular ones are the Thoroughbred and the Arabian horse while the most important races throughout the world are said to be Kentucky Derby, Breeder’s Cup and the Triple Crown.

Last but not least, know as well the many dangers in horse racing that both the horse and the equestrian may encounter. One simple mistake of the equestrian could right away mean their loss of the race not to mention possible injuries for both of them. Nevertheless, there are still many equestrians who would love to confront these risks because of their love for the sport.