Horse racing.

Equestrian sports provided entertainment for crowds and honed the excellent horsemanship that was needed in battle. Horse racing of all types evolved from impromptu competitions between riders,Historically, equestrians honed their skills through games and races. Thoroughbreds can trace back to: the Darley Arabian, the Godolphin, and the Byerly Turk, named after their respective owners, Thomas Darley, Lord Godolphin, and Captain Robert Byerly. All were taken to England where they were mated with racing mares,thoroughbreds range in height, and are measured in hands.  A horse’s fitness plan must be coordinated properly in order to prevent injury or unnecessary lameness.  A horse’s fitness plan must be coordinated properly in order to prevent injury or unnecessary lameness. Thoroughbred flat races are run on surfaces of either dirt, synthetic or turf. Other tracks offer racing and Standardbred horse racing, Horse racing was also a part of myth and legend, such as the contest between the steeds of the god Odin and the giant Hrungnir.