National Hunt racing

National Hunt racing (also known as as jump racing) is horse racing over obstacles called hurdles or fences . It is less glamorous than its counterpart flat racing and in the United Kingdom formerly took place between October and April; however, in recent years it takes place for a whole year, with the season beginning (and ending) in April.

Related Topics:
Horse racing - Flat racing - United Kingdom - October - April

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The home of National Hunt Racing in the UK is Cheltenham, where the Gold Cup is held annually in March.

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