Horseshoe Indianapolis
Horse Racing
About the team
Horse racing, a centuries-old equestrian sport, involves thousands of thoroughbred horses and their trainers competing in various events. The Indianapolis section of the sport features horse races on an oval track where thoroughbred horses, often with a natural or artificially induced inclination to fast running, compete in a flat or handicap format. In a typical event, multiple horses start together to complete a fixed number of laps around the track, with the fastest completing the course first determining the winner. Race distances can vary from 5 to 12 furlongs. The racing format often takes place daily, seasonally, typically from March to December with regular events in the United States, prominent events including the Kentucky Derby and the Breeders' Cup.