Racing Flashcards
1
Q
What order is the Preakness in the Triple Crown
A
2nd
2
Q
What order is the Belmont Stakes in the Triple Crown
A
3rd
3
Q
What order is the Kentuck Derby in the Triple Crown
A
1st
4
Q
What are the names of the races in the Triple Crown?
A
Kentucky Derby, Preakness, Belmont Stakes
5
Q
What is the term for when race horses are summoned to the starting line?
A
Call to the Post
6
Q
In horse racing, what are the terms for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd places?
A
Win, place, show
7
Q
How long is the Kentucky Derby?
A
1 1/4 miles or 10 furlongs
8
Q
How long is the Preakness?
A
1 3/16 miles or 9.5 furlongs
9
Q
How long is the Belmont?
A
1 1/2 miles or 12 furlongs
11
Q
How long is a furlong?
A
220 yards
12
Q
What is the term for the person who rides horses in a race?
A
jockey
