When it comes to horse racing, there are a few tracks around the world that stand out not just for their prestige but for the aura of myth and legend that surrounds them. Let’s take a ride through some of the most iconic ones. At 1xbet.ie/en you can wager on events that take place in all of them.
To begin, the Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, is basically synonymous with American horse racing. This is where the Kentucky Derby, the “Run for the Roses,” happens every year. The track, established back in 1875, sees over 150,000 people packed on every first Saturday in May, all dressed up in their fancy hats and sipping on mint juleps. The 1xBet website features wagers on the Kentucky Derby too.
The Derby is often referred to as “the most exciting 2 minutes in sports,” and for good reason. Horses are sprinting at speeds of up to 40 mph (64 km/h). The total purse is a cool $3 million, with the winner pocketing $1.86 million.
The other side of the Atlantic
Crossing the Atlantic, we find Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire, England, which has been around since 1711. You can bet on darts now at 1xBet, which are a perfect companion to the wagers on horse racing events too.
This place is known for its royal connections, especially the five-day Royal Ascot meet held every June. You’ve got Queen Elizabeth II herself having attended every year since she became queen, and it’s no surprise to see the cream of British high society making an appearance. There are bets on darts at 1xBet that you can make now, and here there are many horse racing events that are held in England too.
Ascot is a flat track, and while it may not be as fast as some others, the history here is second to none. Around 300,000 spectators flock to the Royal Ascot every year, generating millions in betting turnover. Just in 2019, it was estimated at over £150 million.
The most challenging one
Now, if you want something mythical, you’ve got to talk about Longchamp in Paris, home of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe. There is all horse race betting today available at 1xBet, where the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe and other major horse racing events are featured too.
Opened in 1857, Longchamp’s turf is considered some of the most challenging in Europe due to:
- its undulating course;
- multiple turns;
- and a final straight that’s longer than many tracks.
The Arc, as it’s known, is Europe’s richest race, with a purse of €5 million. The legendary filly Enable won the Arc back-to-back in 2017 and 2018, cementing her status in racing folklore. There is an all horse race betting section at 1xBet available today, and here you can wager on who is going to win the Arc too.
