The Ascot Hurdle is a Grade 2
National Hunt
National Hunt Racing, also known as Jump Racing, is a form of horse racing particular to many European countries, including, but not limited to: France, Great Britain and Ireland. Jump Racing requires horses to jump over fences and ditches.
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hurdle race in Great Britain which is open to horses aged four years or older. It is run at
Ascot
Ascot, Ascott or Askot may refer to:
Places Australia
* Ascot, Queensland, suburb of Brisbane
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over a distance of about 2 miles and 3½ furlongs (2 miles, 3 furlongs and 58 yards, or 3,875 metres), and during its running there are ten hurdles to be jumped. The race is scheduled to take place each year in November. It is currently sponsored by
Coral
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bookmakers and run as the Coral Hurdle.
Winners
See also
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Horse racing in Great Britain
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List of British National Hunt races
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References
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Racing Post
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pedigreequery.com– ''Ascot Hurdle – Ascot.''
* {{cite book, title=Ladbrokes Pocket Companion 1990/91, year=1990, publisher=Aesculus Press, isbn=1-871093-21-X, page=40
External links
* Race Recordings (1978-2011
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National Hunt races in Great Britain
Ascot Racecourse
National Hunt hurdle races