It s called the sport of kings and is as popular today as it was thousands of years ago. It s horse racing, and only horses that are specially chosen and trained to race get to be a part of it. Equine enthusiasts will discover many things about these athletic animals through fascinating facts and plenty of fun photographs. From Man o War to Smarty Jones, several of the greatest racing horses are featured in this fast-paced volume.

Includes glossary.

The sport of kings - Harness racing - On the flat - Thoroughbred races - Training - A jockey's job - Man o' War - Seabiscuit and Secretariat - Smarty Jones.