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flat racing

British

noun

1. the racing of horses on racecourses without jumps
2. ( as modifier )
  
  the flat-racing season

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flat racing

At Newbury Racecourse, Eve and Tom are enjoying a day out at the flat racing.

From BBC ● Apr. 25, 2023

They offered a variety of events, including flat racing, steeplechase and harness racing.

From Washington Post ● Feb. 11, 2023

She was the champion owner in British flat racing on two occasions, in 1954 and ’57.

From Seattle Times ● Sep. 8, 2022

Jockey, the nephew of top flat racing trainer Aidan O'Brien, finished second on McKelvey in 2007.

From BBC ● Apr. 7, 2016

Anyway, I shall chuck it when flat racing comes again.

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