The science behind horse racing and jockeys?

Question

what science components are built into horse racing etc? explain. i know there is careful select breeding as to what the filly or colt will inheret. and many other things involving speed etc etc. could you please give me a basis or something to build of of?

Answer 1

google book search 'racehorse breeding theories'

Answer 2

Well then its the training , then that trainer has to find the right person Jockey  that will fit that horse

some Jocks have strong points like L. Pincay hard hitter

  Fernando Toro  A TURF Jockey etc

Some hit right sided etc  

Then you have to find one's that will rate a horse etc , not all Jockeys can ride all horses History has proved that.



Now then lets all remember the gallop people and grooms that know that horse and takes great care of him

There is many way;s but nothing really is Scientific about horses and Jockeys Just good training and finding which one will fit that horse and Win with it ...

Answer 3

1. As the saying goes,"Mate the best with the best and hope for the best." The genetics involved is a crapshoot. Determination of the "dosage index" (DI).

2.Training- Just like a human track athlete would train for various distances; Long slow distance vs. shorter faster techniques. Monitor heart rate as an indicator of conditioning.

3.Nutrition- Scientifically formulated feeds including vitamin supplements. Veterinary science.

4.Shoes- This is an art & science. Custom shoes to produce maximum gait efficiency. As every farrier knows, "it's a matter of ounces & inches" (especially with the standard

breds).

5.Jockey's clothing & equipment- clothing that is lightweight,

water resistant , breathable, durable. High tech goggles & headgear, etc.

6.Electronics- Including the toteboard , starting gate & video monitoring.

Answer 4

There is no guaranteed way to breed a good racehorse.  If it was as easy as applying a formula then everyone would be able to do it.

A lot of it is down to luck.  In theory if you breed the best stallion to the best mare you should get the best horse, but genetics don't work like that.  More often than not, those stallions that were amazing racehorses rarely produce a horse as good as themselves.  More often than not the best stallions are those that were above average racehorses, but not outstanding.  Look at Sadler's Wells - the most successful sire in Europe - he was a decent racehorse, but nothing amazing.  Look at what he has acheived!

It is a complex business and about 75% luck!