#HorseRacing

[jhara-ivez]

questions. I want to do this as linoprint.

[stall-valentino]

Feel the power, feel the adrenaline

Imagine hurtling at over 60 kilometers per hour on an animal weighing 545 kilograms of pure muscle, with a mind of its own. It sounds like a suicide mission, doesn’t it? “Hold him tight to the railing in the corners and let him stretch on the straights!” Matthew’s voice crackled through the earpiece. Jockey Emanuel, new to Stall Valentino, was perched on Fig, a powerful thoroughbred. Emanuel had a lineage steeped in horse racing: his grandfather trained racing horses, and his mother selected the broodmares and paired the future offspring. Thoroughbreds coursed through his veins, leaving him no choice but to follow the family tradition. Short and lightweight, Emanuel was the ideal training jockey. He might not compete in races, but his skill was invaluable for training young horses and keeping them in peak condition. “Fig prefers you don’t get in his way!” Matthew added, eyes fixed on the timer in his hand, counting seconds, measuring distance, waiting for Fig to blaze past his mark. Emanuel tightened his grip on the reins, feeling Fig’s powerful muscles bunch and release beneath him. The wind whipped past his face, and the pounding of hooves resonated through his body. Every fiber of his being was tuned to the rhythm of the horse, the synergy between rider and beast.

[7:37 PM]As they approached the first corner, Emanuel leaned into Fig, guiding him with a delicate touch. The horse responded seamlessly, hugging the rail with the grace of a seasoned dancer. Then came the straightaway, and Emanuel loosened the reins, letting Fig stretch out. The sensation was electrifying, a blend of speed, power, and raw energy. Emanuel’s heart raced, matching the thunderous beat of Fig’s hooves. He could feel the horse’s spirit, a fierce, untamed force that demanded respect and trust. They flew down the track, a blur of motion and adrenaline. In those moments, Emanuel wasn’t just a jockey; he was part of something greater. The lineage, the training, the hours spent understanding each horse—all culminated in this breathtaking dance of speed and precision. Matthew watched as Fig and Emanuel soared past his point, a smile of satisfaction playing on his lips. The young jockey was proving his worth, melding perfectly with the spirited thoroughbred. As they slowed down, Emanuel patted Fig’s neck, whispering words of encouragement. The horse snorted, steam rising from his flanks, eyes bright with the thrill of the run. Emanuel dismounted, his legs shaky but his spirit soaring. He had found his place among the thoroughbreds, continuing a legacy that was etched in his very bones. Stall Valentino was more than a stable; it was home, and he was ready to embrace every challenge it brought.

[davidnajewiczphotography]

More from Churchill Downs - some fine millinery....and that drink looks like mint julep... who knows how this ends

[theacidjazzguitarist]

Hidden Legacy - The Untold Story Of America's First Sports Superstars - Black Jockeys

American jockeys for most of the nineteenth century were African Americans. It was a dangerous occupation that paid extremely well for successful jockeys. These riders were pushed out of this occupation, as jockeys became recognized as important factors in racing results and as it became increasingly lucrative, just as they were pushed out of other desirable jobs in the era of Jim Crow.

The HIDDEN LEGACY project is a fascinating look into an era when african americans dominated America’s first national sport of thoroughbred horse racing.

The goal of the HIDDEN LEGACY project is to shed light on the often unknown and largely forgotten contributions of black athletes to America’s first national sport, by utilizing AI in conjunction with modern graphic tools to bring this rich history to life for a new generation to discover.

[bonnettsbooks]

4/15/24 — Open 6-9p Mask Recommended. No open drinks, please.

Derby Day & Summer Olympic buzz is ramping up. Enjoy this book of horse racing short stories or a photographic love letter to Paris, France!

[noitakuvia]

[porterdavis]

[slew-em-slew]

Bittersweet win, I’d like a non Baffert to have a chance.

Sad to see Mage didn’t do it. But I kind of don’t want another TC, I really want to bask in the glory of American Pharaoh’s win for a while. Even if that was spoiled by Justify a bit.

But congrats to National Treasure and Blazing Sevens.

[kathrynpapp]

#horse #horsesofinstagram #equestrian #horseriding #horselover #equine #showjumping #equestrianlife #wecocala #riding #horselife #horseshowlife #petlovers #animallovers #animals #ottb #horseracing #thoroughbred #pennsylvania #Florida #advocate #ocala #horsecapitaloftheworld #WorldEquestrianCenterocala #rescue (at PA Racehorse Rehoming) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoqDY1DO15y/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[eponiesracing]

horse handicapping

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[stall-valentino]

Meet Stall Valentinos first thoroughbreds!

Top: Blizzard Force

Left: Moonwalker Right: Temporary Turbulence

Join @bridlepath-sims to see their journey how they start as newcomers to legends! <3

[davidnajewiczphotography]

One more from Churchill... with actual horses and not the interesting track characters....a turf race

[bunadimineata2023]

Races of Oryol Trotters 2yo 1600m - Equestrian sport Velsk

[sergbld]

Heavy Draft Horse Race - Pride of Pomorye 2024