Gillespie, Robin Oakley with Edward
Sixty Years of Jump Racing
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472935090
- author:
- Gillespie, Robin Oakley with Edward
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Sport
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 2.5 x 25.6 cm
- Genre:
- Sports, Hobbies & Games, Equestrian & Animal Sports, Horse Racing, Horse Racing,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover the colorful world of jump racing and its remarkable history. From the development of sponsorships to the growth of all-weather racing, this book chronicles the social and economic changes that have shaped the sport.
The stories of iconic horses like Istabraq and Best Mate are woven together with portraits of owners, jockeys, and trainers who have dominated the sport. A significant introduction sets the stage for a fascinating exploration of jump racing's past fifty years, from Arkle to Tony McCoy.
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