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This Day In Sports History (May 3rd) – Big Brown
It was on this day in 2008 that Big Brown won the 134th running of the Kentucky Derby. Big Brown entered the race as a 2-1 favorite and would defeat Eight Belles by four and three-quarter lengths. After finishing in second place, three year old philly Eight Belles was euthanized immediately following the race due [...]
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9 Saddest Horse Racing Tragedies
In few sports is tragedy both more instant and prevalent than in horse racing. Corruption and shady characters off the turf, along with inherent dangers on it leave both horses and riders exposed to risk. Here, we would like to focus on nine horses that met an untimely end under extraordinary circumstances. Some are recent, [...]
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Whoa, Buttercup: 9 Badass Moments in Jockey History
As the recent Breeder’s Cup has shown us, much like a rabid toddler, a jockey can be small, yet vicious. The throw down that took place after the race is evidence that emotions can run high between jockeys during such intense competitions. However, jockeys needn’t punch each other to prove their toughness. As the following [...]
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Is Jousting Back? (Video)
I thought the only place you could see jousting these days was at Medieval Times. I guess I was wrong. Apparently it is alive and well in the southern United States, and if the New York Times is correct, it may very well become the next big extreme sport. After taking a look at this [...]
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Picture Of The Day: Leave It Up To The English Soccer Fan
I guess when you’re happily in love, you truly become oblivious to your surroundings besides, of course, your adoring soul mate. Take this couple for example, who let their horses mindlessly go for a little swim as the couple’s lips stay locked. They also probably lost sight of that little guy in the middle, who [...]
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Picture Of The Day: Need Some Protection For Your Fancy Hat?
The Kentucky Derby is one of those great American pastimes which brings people of all different social classes together. Whether you are incredibly rich, or an unemployed alcoholic, the Derby has something to offer for everyone. This year’s edition came with quite a bit of rain, and for the latter group mentioned above, that meant [...]
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Jockeys Fight on Horses During Race (Video)
I’m not a big horse racing fan. I have a good friend from Lexington who would throw Derby parties every year, but the sport hasn’t really captured my intrigue. Perhaps it’s because I’ve never been to one live and had the opportunity to bet on them — I’ve heard that’s what really makes it a [...]
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NASCAR Fans Charged With Riding Their Horse Under The Influence
Total Pro Sports - Just because you don’t need a license to ride a horse, it doesn’t mean that you can do it drunk. Two NASCAR fans in Tunnel Hill, Georgia found that out the hard way. I wonder what is more dangerous? Driving a car drunk, or a horse? After drinking and watching the [...]
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Girl Runs the Porta-Potty Gauntlet At The Kentucky Derby
Total Pro Sports – Horse Racing, and the Kentucky Derby, are thought of by many as a classy event where the rich unite to watch one of the great America pastimes. There are not a whole lot of people who would envision a bunch of liquored-up and sloppy teens and young adults gathered around to [...]
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Up To 21 Horses Die Before A Polo Match In Florida
Total Pro Sports - As weird as it sounds it’s true, up to 21 and as many as 30 Horses have died before a Polo match near West Palm Beach, Florida on Sunday. A Venezuelan team was preparing for a match, 2 horses collapsed and then 5 others became dizzy as vets tried to revive [...]
