Why is it allowed that one jockey can hurt another when they are racing  in order to win?It is dangerous.?
825888
Everything jockeys do during the running of a race is under the scrutiny of the stewards.  There are very strict rules about what jockeys can and can't do in race riding, specifically to protect the safety of the riders and horses and the bettors who wager on the races.\n\nAny action by a jockey or horse that results in impeding or endangering another horse and rider can result in a steward's inquiry or a claim of foul that would result in the disqualification of the horse and rider that committed the foul, and possibly in a fine or suspension of the rider.  You can bet your bippy that if one jockey does something that causes another to be in danger, the jockey who has been endangered will be claiming foul against the other rider as soon as he can get to an outrider to do so.\n\nStill, there is a grey area between what's not allowed and what is considered to be "race riding."  Jockey Angel Cordero used to be infamous for pushing this boundary.  "Race riding" means doing things like shutting off a gap between horses or between a horse and the fence so someone can't get through, or doing something like drifting out to carry another horse wide, or waving the whip in another horse's field of vision to intimidate him.  \n\nThe jockey colony at any racetrack is a pretty tight-knit group, and while jockeys expect to encounter aggressive "race riding" tactics, especially when the stakes are high, there is also an expectation that nobody does anything so aggressive (or so stupid) as to put someone else in danger.  A jockey who uses tactics that endanger his or her fellow riders will find that the group he's riding against will, if necessary, complain to the stewards.  (This has happened to top jockey Pat Valenzuela several times, when his apparent drug use threatened the safety of other riders.)\n\nAlso true:  a jockey who rides so aggressively that he's constantly under threat of disqualification is going to eventually have trouble getting trainers to name him to ride their horses.  No trainer wants to see his horse disqualified because the jockey rode a bad race.\n\nAlso, a jockey who consistantly gets into trouble might find the stewards suspending his license, and if that happens, he's out of a job unless he can get his license back-- a process that is time-consuming and expensive.  \n\nRiding racehorses is one of the most dangerous jobs there is.  Every year there are jockeys who are killed or injured so badly that they become disabled.  Every jockey knows that every ride he makes might be the last one.  Knowing that, jockeys have very little tolerance for anyone who deliberately does things that might get someone hurt.
815101
They issued an indefinite suspension and a $10K fine to the crewmember. Evernham says they will not appeal. Full story below. As to what they SHOULD do...tricky here. The whole deal started on the track with a little "tit-for-tat" payback between Riggs and Harvick, which ended when Harvick pulled up tight on Riggs bumper and pulled the air off him making him loose and causing him to crash hard into the wall. The real issue is that the on-track disagreement spilled over into a full scale ruckus in the pits and a NASCAR official and Harvick's wife got caught up in it. NASCAR has a long history of post-race incidents but they normally are driver to driver or involve just the crew. With an official and a wife being involved the fines/punishment have to be more severe. We wouldn't tolerate this on a football field or a basketball court, if NASCAR is serious about being a premiere sporting event, they can't tolerate it at the track either.
777023
In most states, being a bookie is illegal.  I've known people that own a bar that take bets, write your name and bet down and if you win they (the  bookie) has to pay you what the horse pays.  However. if the person who bets loses then you (the bookie) get to keep the money.  It's too much paper work and very confusing.
795141
Yup, jockeys are the most in-shape and toughest athletes you can imagine. They are small, but they still need enough power to control and direct a thousand-pound animal. Plus, they need to condition the horses on a daily basis, along with the trainers. There isn't really any such thing as "a day off" in the horse industry.
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While racing can improve a horses physical condition, it also puts joints and limbs under stress they wouldn't normally endure--just like runners, horses can have joint problems from repeated impact.\n\nBut this this aside, it's how they're treated before and after the race that's equally (if not more) important.  Race horses are not (usually) pet horses.  And while trainers want to keep racers in the best condition, they don't get the love and comraderie that pet horses enjoy.\n\nIn addition, race horses' careers are limited.  Many race horse owners send their horses to the glue factory when horses retire.  This is because racers are not suitable for pleasure riding (usually) and therefore can't be given away to a family looking for a horse.  The other alternative--the horse version of long-term elderly care--is too expensive for most horse owners.
1027697
This completely depends on the horse. If you're asking as a gambling tip, you're better off asking about a specific horse. You need to take in their workouts, their racing style, their trainer, and even their jockey.
330620
Cruelty is the wrong word here. It would imply that the boxers themselves don't choose to fight, which is the case sometimes but rarely.\n\nUnfortunately, to the lowest denominator, boxing is only appealing for its brutality, but for most fans it is more than that. Boxing is about being in top athletic condition, using natural talents like speed and using intelligence in the ring. It is both a sport and artistry. Many fans, myself included, love a masterful defense as much as a good offense. A great display of athleticism without punches landed may not sound like boxing to you, but it's something any true fan would appreciate.\n\nI understand your concerns about boxing, though. There are a lot of injuries and sometimes even deaths incurred in this sport. However, this is due to lack of regulation - fighters not being required to pass necessary tests before getting in the ring, inexperienced officials, matchups of different level fighters. These are things which need to be addressed to improve the safety of the fighters.\n\nI do know the risks that boxers take when they get in the ring, and I was recently very affected by the death of Kevin Payne, but I don't think that's any reason for the sport to be banned - just better regulated.\n\nBoxing is the purest form of competition, a test to see who is the better fighter or athlete. It should not be personal. In fact, hate or other personal feelings interfere with a boxer's performance. It's about testing your ability against another fighter whose athleticism you respect.
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Pat Valenzuela is one of the most talented and troubled jockeys in the history of the sport.  When he ride he wins major races, meet titles, etc. but he has battled substance abuse throughout his career and it has cost him years of time on the bench due to suspensions.  I don't know if he is gorgeous but watching him on a horse is like poetry in motion.
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I disagree. I my experince. Reason people break the rule is becuase they cant win any other way. Ponder this thow rules are ristrictions enacted and enforced by individuals or private comp. ect. laws are differrent. Laws are inacted by Legislative body or gov. entity. Now im going to get deep with you. No one can enact or enforce rules that conflict with laws set by the gov. body. So most of the time no one is really breaking any rule because they confict with gov. laws. most of the time
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It's a huge problem here, last month the cops set up a trap and arrested a bunch, they confiscated 8 cars they are keeping! They made a bunch of tickets too for illegal parts and unsafe cars. They deserve every charge they get, streets are made for driving, not racing, I don't care if there's no track around to go race legally, I've been into racing my whole life, I'm 42 years old and have NEVER raced on the street. My grandparents were both killed instantly by a speeding car. Just because you can drive a video game doesn't mean you're qualified to be a race car driver, it takes years of trained experiance behind the wheel of a REAL car to drive at high speeds, and even then it's not safe. If you ask any seasoned race driver if it's safe, you'll never get a yes, you'll get " It's about as safe as they can make it for the conditions we drive". Those conditions are a RACE TRACK driving with other drivers who have the same equipment and training you do. It's NOT a public road with regular cars, regardless of the roll cage you may have in your car, other's on that same road have a stock off the shelf car.I don't care how good you think you are behind the wheel, if you drive at high speeds on public roads, you're irresponsible and unsafe, putting peoples lives in danger for your own selfish thrills.
681373
No, being a body contact sport, it is often accidental.  Players act out of reflex.  But spear tackles should be eliminated and offending players should be banned for life.
915672
although beating someone, yes, i guess is moraly wrong . i can see why you might want to smack a ho every now and then.
56976
Whenever an "expert" says they have no chance it usually comes back to bite them in the end.  Flukes have happened in sports as well as life.  And sometime the underdog just wants the victory more than the favorite.  As long as they keep the score close in the begining of the game they have a chance
639846
You can, but they warn against it.  If something happens to you on the ride you aren't able to hold them responsible.  I probably wouldn't do as that's a dangerous game.
483917
No more than the Letterman Crew did for Danica ; they pitted ; when they need to and the Crashes just happened while they were Pitting ; Not sure I like the Rule ; but Hope Someone will explan ; why the Rule exsist at all ; if you pit on green you should be able to get back out depending on your pitt time and Place in Competition prior to leaving the track ; not all the way to the back of the Pack ; they know the Adverage Lap times prior to the Crash etc . it aint Rocket Science ; it just seems un fair ! How do you know when someone is going to sell their car to the wall ; is it a Team effort ?
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according to one of the vets, his injury is very serious.  Sounds like he fractured two bones in his ankle and if it constricts a blood vessel, he's done.  What a sad event.  I love horse racing, and this horse had potential to win the triple crown.
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Yes it is.  \n\nIt takes breeding, talent, training, nutrition, and a bit of luck.  Plus, in addition to the horse you need a team of talented individuals...farrier, vet, exerciser, groomer, trainer, jockey, farmer raising the hay and grain....\n\nEvery horse has the equivalent of an entire team behind them.\n\nAND - It also takes heart and a desire of the horse to win.  There have been many long-shots win because they had heart.