What does it mean when a horse is coupled?
Horses that belong to one owner or under one trainer, running on the same race, are "coupled" together. This means that when you bet on one you also get the other horse added to your wager for no additional charge.
Is a thoroughbred a male or female horse?
Are all racehorse males? Racehorses can be either male or female. Mares (female horses) compete against their male counterparts and often win. Some of the world's best racehorses have been female.
Why was Stoney Creek races abandoned?
The Stony Creek race meeting on Saturday was unfortunately abandoned after race five as a result of jockeys raising concerns with a section of the track.
Can horse names be reused?
Names cannot be reused until five years after the horse has left racing and breeding.