What is horse racing called?
Horse racing, sport of running horses at speed, mainly Thoroughbreds with a rider astride or Standardbreds with the horse pulling a conveyance with a driver. These two kinds of racing are called racing on the flat and harness racing, respectively.
How popular is horse racing in Australia?
Thoroughbred horse racing is an important spectator sport in Australia, and gambling on horse races is a very popular pastime with A$14.3 billion wagered in 2009/10 with bookmakers and the Totalisator Agency Board (TAB).
Why is horse racing so big in Australia?
The spectator sport went from strength to strength after humble beginnings, and this is one of the reasons it’s so popular today. It’s not just a form of entertainment, it’s a part of Australian history that has involved generation after generation. The Melbourne Cup is huge too.
What are the four major horse races in Australia?
The most recognised Group 1 races in Australia each year are the Melbourne Cup, Caulfield Cup and WS Cox Plate in Melbourne, and the Golden Slipper in Sydney. Each of these races are prestigous events on the Australian racing calendar, offering high prize money for participants.
Is horse racing legal in Australia?
Nowadays the most famous horse racing event in the country is the Melbourne Cup, which takes place between October and November. When it comes to betting, Australia is a liberal country where almost all forms of gambling are legal.
Is horse racing cruel Australia?
Hundreds of racehorses have been sent to slaughterhouse against the industry’s own rules. Hundreds of registered racehorses are being discarded at slaughterhouses in Australia, in contravention of racing rules, rehoming policies and animal welfare guarantees.
Does Australia allow online gambling?
It’s illegal to provide some interactive gambling activities, such as ‘online casinos’, to someone in Australia. Any game of chance, including games of mixed chance and skill played over the internet, is prohibited under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (IGA) if it’s provided to someone who is physically in Australia.