Racing Terms
Age
All Thoroughbreds celebrate their birthday on Jan. 1.
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Early foot
Good speed at the start of a race.
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Easily
A horse running or winning without being pressed by rider or opposition.
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Elbow
The topmost joint in the foreleg, formed by the humerus, ulna and radius. The elbow joint's action is that of a hinge, providing flexion and extension for the forelegs.
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Eligible
Qualified to start in a race, according to conditions.
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Entry
Two or more horses with common ownership (or in some cases trained by the same trainer) that are paired as a single betting unit in one race and/or are placed together by the racing secretary as part of a mutuel field. Rules on entries vary from state to state. Also known as a "coupled entry."
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Exercise Rider
A person who is licensed to exercise a horse during its morning training session.
















