On 1 December 2022, eight European countries made a joint bid to the UN’s cultural agency to grant the tradition of Lipizzan horse breeding UNESCO heritage status. The bid was successful, and so the future of the Lipizzan, which is one of the noblest and most graceful horse breeds in the world, is now more…
Ex-jockey Danny Brock has apparently been engaged in several forms of corrupt and fraudulent practices while taking part in a horse racing betting conspiracy. As a result, Danny has been banned from horse racing for 15 years in a move that the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) hopes will send a clear message: these kinds of…
A healthy male Przewalski’s horse clone was foaled at the San Diego Zoo by a surrogate domestic Quarter Horse. The foal was named Kurt, and he is actually the clone of a male Przewalski’s stallion whose DNA was frozen 42 years ago. Just in case you’re not too familiar with the subject of Przewalski’s horse,…
According to a recent article from Iowa State University’s Extension and Outreach program, women are increasingly taking on the role of horse owners and managers. This trend is supported by the growing number of programs and courses aimed at educating female equine owners on the responsibilities and challenges of horse ownership. One such program is…
According to The Sun, Altior, a highly successful racehorse, is currently in critical condition. The horse, who is trained by Nicky Henderson and owned by Patricia Pugh, has a history of leg issues and has been suffering from a severe bout of colic, which is a condition that affects the gastrointestinal tract of horses. Altior…
Female jockeys have been breaking barriers in the horse racing industry for decades. Despite facing unique challenges and discrimination, these women have proven their skill and determination time and time again. Here, we’ll take a look at some of the most famous female jockeys of all time, the horses they rode, and the famous races…
Carriage horse racing, also known as harness racing, is a sport that dates back to the early 19th century. It involves horses pulling a two-wheeled carriage, known as a sulky, at high speeds around a track. The sport has a rich history and has produced many famous horses and jockeys over the years. The early…
Horse racing is an incredibly popular sport nowadays, and it was arguably even more popular back in its early days. However, popularity often goes hand-in-hand with controversy and notoriety. Up next, we’re going to explore some of the most controversial horse races of all time, events that changed the face of horse racing forever. Fortunately,…
Racing horses have captivated audiences for centuries, with many becoming household names due to their incredible speed, stamina, and skill on the track. In this blog post, we will take a look at some of the most famous racing horses of all time, their greatest achievements, and the jockeys who rode them. We will also…