📙 Chapter 4: A Modern, Thriving Society

4.4.5 Horse racing

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Horse racing has a long history in Britain and is sometimes called 'the sport of kings'. Famous horse racing events include Royal Ascot, the Grand National (held at Aintree near Liverpool), and the Derby (held at Epsom). The Grand National is one of the most famous steeplechase races in the world. Horse racing is also associated with betting.

Key Facts

  • Horse racing — 'sport of kings'
  • Royal Ascot, Grand National (Aintree), Derby (Epsom)
  • Grand National — famous steeplechase
Horse racing
Illustration: Horse racing

📝 Notas de estudio

  • El Grand National se celebra en Aintree, cerca de Liverpool.
    • Carreras de caballos — 'el deporte de reyes'
    • Royal Ascot, Grand National (Aintree), Derby (Epsom)
    • Grand National — famosa carrera de obstáculos
  • El Derby se celebra en Epsom.
    • Carreras de caballos — 'el deporte de reyes'
    • Royal Ascot, Grand National (Aintree), Derby (Epsom)
    • Grand National — famosa carrera de obstáculos
  • Las carreras de caballos a veces se llaman 'el deporte de reyes'.
    • Carreras de caballos — 'el deporte de reyes'
    • Royal Ascot, Grand National (Aintree), Derby (Epsom)
    • Grand National — famosa carrera de obstáculos

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