Can You Pass This Horses & Horse Racing?
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- 1.
Who won the inaugural Breeders' Cup Special Stakes at Gulfstream in 1986?
- A.
Prized
- B.
Sondrio
- C.
Fantastic Light
- D.
Skywalker
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B. SondrioExplanation
Sondrio won the inaugural Breeders' Cup Special Stakes at Gulfstream in 1986.Rate this question:
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- 2.
December 9, 1985 the Breeders' Cup Board of Directors votes to run the Breeders' Cup race for two consecutive years (1986 and 1987) where?
- A.
New York
- B.
Kentucky
- C.
Southern California
- D.
Florida
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C. Southern CaliforniaExplanation
The Breeders' Cup Board of Directors voted to run the Breeders' Cup race for two consecutive years (1986 and 1987) in Southern California.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The Breeders' Cup was hosted in what park in 1987?
- A.
Hollywood
- B.
Churchill Downs
- C.
Belmont
- D.
Gulfstream
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A. HollywoodExplanation
In 1987, the Breeders' Cup was hosted in Hollywood Park. This park, located in Inglewood, California, was a popular venue for horse racing events. It provided a suitable and prestigious setting for the Breeders' Cup, which is a renowned championship series in thoroughbred horse racing.Rate this question:
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- 4.
On October 22, 1984, how many horses are pre-entered for the seven Breeders' Cup races?
- A.
85
- B.
102
- C.
77
- D.
42
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- 5.
Which park hosted the 1985 Breeders' Cup race scheduled for November 2?
- A.
Calder
- B.
Santa Anita
- C.
Aqueduct
- D.
Belmont
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C. AqueductExplanation
Aqueduct hosted the 1985 Breeders' Cup race scheduled for November 2.Rate this question:
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- 6.
On October 24, 1988, how many horses are pre-entered for the seven Breeders' Cup races?
- A.
122
- B.
82
- C.
94
- D.
40
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C. 94Explanation
On October 24, 1988, a total of 94 horses were pre-entered for the seven Breeders' Cup races.Rate this question:
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- 7.
October 28, 1989, who wins the Breeders' Cup Steeplechase by 10 lengths at AT&T Moorland Farms in Far Hills N.J.?
- A.
Gacko
- B.
All Gong
- C.
Open Mind
- D.
Highland Bud
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D. Highland BudExplanation
Highland Bud wins the Breeders' Cup Steeplechase by 10 lengths at AT&T Moorland Farms in Far Hills, N.J. on October 28, 1989.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which horse becomes the first Breeders' Cup champion to be elected to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame?
- A.
One Dreamer
- B.
Personal Ensign
- C.
Lady's Secret
- D.
Quel Senor
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C. Lady's SecretExplanation
Lady's Secret becomes the first Breeders' Cup champion to be elected to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Dance Smartly, the 1991 Breeders' Cup Distaff champion was ridden by which jockey?
- A.
Chris McCarron
- B.
Mike Smith
- C.
Eddie Delahoussaye
- D.
Pat Day
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D. Pat DayExplanation
Pat Day was the jockey who rode Dance Smartly, the 1991 Breeders' Cup Distaff champion.Rate this question:
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- 10.
In what year did D.G. Van Clief, Jr. take over as President of Breeders' Cup LTD?
- A.
1999
- B.
2001
- C.
1986
- D.
1996
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D. 1996Explanation
In 1996, D.G. Van Clief, Jr. took over as President of Breeders' Cup LTD.Rate this question:
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- 11.
On October 20, 2001 in Far Hills, N.J., Quel Senor wins the $250,000 Breeders' Cup Steeplechase. Which jockey was the rider?
- A.
Cyril Murphy
- B.
Jorge Velasquez
- C.
Pat Day
- D.
Michael Kinane
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A. Cyril MurpHyExplanation
Cyril Murphy is the correct answer because he was the jockey who rode Quel Senor to victory in the $250,000 Breeders' Cup Steeplechase on October 20, 2001 in Far Hills, N.J.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The 1988 Breeders' Cup at Churchill Downs, which undefeated horse won over that years Kentucky Derby winner?
- A.
Sunshine Forever
- B.
Infamy
- C.
Cat Thief
- D.
Personal Ensign
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D. Personal EnsignExplanation
In the 1988 Breeders' Cup at Churchill Downs, Personal Ensign emerged as the winner over that year's Kentucky Derby winner.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which horse won the 1989 Breeders' Cup Classic at Gulfstream?
- A.
Easy Goer
- B.
Great Communicator
- C.
Star Lift
- D.
Sunday Silence
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D. Sunday SilenceExplanation
Sunday Silence won the 1989 Breeders' Cup Classic at Gulfstream.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What horse beat out Alysheba to win the Breeders' Cup Classic in 1987?
- A.
Circus Prince
- B.
Ferdinand
- C.
Rivlia
- D.
Swink
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B. FerdinandExplanation
Ferdinand is the correct answer because he beat out Alysheba to win the Breeders' Cup Classic in 1987.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What horse won it's second Breeders' Cup Mile in 1998?
- A.
Skip Away
- B.
Da Hoss
- C.
Lemon Drop Kid
- D.
Arch
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B. Da HossExplanation
Da Hoss won his second Breeders' Cup Mile in 1998.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Which jockey holds the record for most Breeders' Cup wins?
- A.
Craig Perret
- B.
Jerry Bailey
- C.
Pat Day
- D.
Jose Santos
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B. Jerry BaileyExplanation
Jerry Bailey holds the record for the most Breeders' Cup wins. This means that he has won the most races in the history of the Breeders' Cup as a jockey.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Gulfstream Race Track originally opened in 1939, how long did it take before it went bankrupt?
- A.
Three Years
- B.
Forty Years
- C.
Two Months
- D.
Four Days
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D. Four DaysExplanation
Gulfstream Race Track went bankrupt just four days after it originally opened in 1939. This suggests that there were significant financial challenges or mismanagement issues that quickly led to its downfall.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Who bought Gulfstream Park in 1999?
- A.
Trump Enterprises
- B.
Hollywood Turf Club
- C.
Magna Entertainment Corp
- D.
Churchill Downs Inc
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C. Magna Entertainment CorpExplanation
Magna Entertainment Corp is the correct answer because they bought Gulfstream Park in 1999.Rate this question:
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- 19.
How much did Concert Grand pay in 1993 at Gulfstream Park to set the record at the track for the highest win?
- A.
208
- B.
199
- C.
3004
- D.
404
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D. 404Explanation
Concert Grand paid 404 in 1993 at Gulfstream Park to set the record for the highest win.Rate this question:
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- 20.
What was one of the signature features of Hialeah Park?
- A.
Free Grandstand Seating
- B.
Caribbean Food
- C.
Air Conditioned Seating
- D.
Flamingos From Cuba
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D. Flamingos From CubaExplanation
Hialeah Park was known for its signature feature of having flamingos from Cuba. These flamingos added a unique and exotic touch to the park, attracting visitors and making it a distinctive feature of Hialeah Park.Rate this question:
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- 21.
What track became known as the "Santa Anita of the South"?
- A.
Colonial Downs
- B.
Oaklawn Park
- C.
Gulfstream Park
- D.
Tampa Bay Downs
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D. Tampa Bay DownsExplanation
Tampa Bay Downs became known as the "Santa Anita of the South" due to its reputation as a premier horse racing track in the southern region. Just like Santa Anita Park, Tampa Bay Downs has a long history of hosting high-quality races and attracting top horses, jockeys, and trainers. The track's facilities and amenities, as well as its challenging course and competitive racing schedule, have contributed to its comparison with Santa Anita Park, a renowned racetrack in California.Rate this question:
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- 22.
What the first track in the country to have regularly schedule races for Arabians?
- A.
Golden Gate Fields
- B.
Churchill Downs
- C.
Tampa Bay Downs
- D.
Ferndale
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C. Tampa Bay DownsExplanation
Tampa Bay Downs is the correct answer because it was the first track in the country to have regularly scheduled races for Arabians. This means that they were the first to have a consistent and planned racing program specifically for Arabian horses.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Where does the Tropical Park meeting take place?
- A.
Arlington Park
- B.
Pimlico
- C.
Churchill Downs
- D.
Calder Race Track
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D. Calder Race TrackExplanation
The Tropical Park meeting takes place at Calder Race Track.Rate this question:
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- 24.
What year did thoroughbred racing start at Hoosier Park?
- A.
1989
- B.
1978
- C.
2002
- D.
1995
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D. 1995Explanation
Thoroughbred racing started at Hoosier Park in the year 1995.Rate this question:
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- 25.
What is meant by the term "also-ran" in the sport of horse racing?
- A.
A Horse Who Finishes Out Of The Money
- B.
Qualified To Start In A Race
- C.
Work A Horse At A Brisk Pace
- D.
When A Horse Is Running Under Moderate Control At Less Than His Best Pace
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A. A Horse Who Finishes Out Of The MoneyExplanation
In the sport of horse racing, the term "also-ran" refers to a horse that finishes out of the money. This means that the horse does not place in the top positions in a race and does not earn any prize money. It indicates that the horse was not successful or competitive in the race, as it did not finish in a position that would make it eligible for a payout.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Which definition best describes the horse racing term "backstretch"?
- A.
The Best Workout Time For The Distance On A Given Day At A Track
- B.
The Straight Way On The Inside Of A Track
- C.
The Last Stretch Of The Race Before The Finish Line
- D.
The Straight Way On The Far Side Of The Track
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D. The Straight Way On The Far Side Of The TrackExplanation
The term "backstretch" in horse racing refers to the straight way on the far side of the track. This is the portion of the track that runs parallel to the grandstand, opposite to the homestretch where the finish line is located. It is called the "backstretch" because it is the part of the track that is farthest away from the spectators and is typically where the horses reach their maximum speed before entering the final stretch of the race.Rate this question:
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What is meant by the term "colors" in the sport of horse racing?
- A.
Racing Silks, The Jacket And Cap Worn By Jockeys Silks Can Be Generic And Provided By The Track Or Specific To One Owner
- B.
Racing Surface Lacking Resiliency
- C.
Used For A Horse That Was In Contention Early And Drops Back In The Late Stages It Is More Drastic Than Weakened But Less Drastic Than Stopped
- D.
Working Or Racing With Moderate Effort, But More Effort Than Breezing
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A. Racing Silks, The Jacket And Cap Worn By Jockeys Silks Can Be Generic And Provided By The Track Or Specific To One OwnerExplanation
In the sport of horse racing, the term "colors" refers to the racing silks, which are the jacket and cap worn by jockeys. These silks can either be generic and provided by the track or specific to one owner. The colors are used to distinguish one horse and jockey from another during a race.Rate this question:
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Which definition best describes the horse racing term "dead track"?
- A.
A Bad Step Away From The Starting Gate
- B.
Instrument, Usually Of Leather, With Which Rider Strikes Horse
- C.
Racing Surface Lacking Resiliency
- D.
Fast Racetrack
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C. Racing Surface Lacking ResiliencyExplanation
The term "dead track" in horse racing refers to a racing surface that lacks resiliency. This means that the track is hard and does not provide much bounce or give when the horses run on it. A dead track can make it more difficult for horses to run fast and can also increase the risk of injuries.Rate this question:
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Which definition best describes the horse racing term "entry"?
- A.
Two Or More Horses Owned By The Same Stable Or (In Some Cases) Trained By The Same Trainer And Running As A Single Betting Unit
- B.
To Be Taken Out Of A Race
- C.
Mechanical Device With Stalls For Horses To Stand In Until The Starter Releases The Doors In Front To Begin The Race
- D.
Horses Going From Paddock To Starting Gate Past The Stands
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A. Two Or More Horses Owned By The Same Stable Or (In Some Cases) Trained By The Same Trainer And Running As A Single Betting UnitExplanation
The term "entry" in horse racing refers to two or more horses that are owned by the same stable or, in some cases, trained by the same trainer and are running as a single betting unit. This means that when betting on an entry, you are essentially betting on all the horses within that entry as a collective unit. This definition helps clarify the concept of an entry in horse racing and how it affects betting on multiple horses.Rate this question:
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What is meant by the term "extended" in the sport of horse racing?
- A.
Two Or More Horses Finishing On Even Terms
- B.
A Horse Pulled Up Sharply By His Rider Because Of Being In Close Quarters
- C.
Sudden Veering From A Straight Course
- D.
Forced To Run At Top Speed
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D. Forced To Run At Top SpeedExplanation
In the sport of horse racing, the term "extended" refers to a horse being forced to run at top speed. This means that the jockey is urging the horse to go as fast as possible, pushing it to its limits. The horse is not allowed to slow down or relax during the race, but instead must maintain a high level of speed and effort throughout. This term is used to describe the intense and demanding nature of the race, where horses are pushed to their maximum capabilities.Rate this question:
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