Race Track Info

The race track is one of the most enduring sporting facilities in history. A race track is a purpose-built facility for the conduct of races. Most race tracks in the world are used for the purpose of racing horses.

Horse racing is a popular sport in many countries. Some places in which the sport is widely watched include the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Hong Kong. In many of these countries, the race track is a major place of congregation for many sports-loving citizens.

The shape of the horse race track is usually circular or oval.

SEGMENTS OF THE RACE TRACK

Stretch - This is the straight segment of the oval race track. This is where the sprints are made. The backstretch is found in the far side of the racing surface while the homestretch refers to the final straight portion of the race track to the finish line.
Turn - These are the curved segments of the oval race track. This is the area where starting points are usually found and is the place where most horses "make their moves" and start positioning themselves for a rally on the homestretch.
Chutes - These form the extension of the backstretch or the homestretch to permit a straight running start.

THE RACE TRACK COMPLEX

Aside from the race track itself, a race track complex also typically features the following facilities:

Grandstands or Concourses
Stable Areas
Accommodation Areas and Dormitories
Recreation Areas
Restaurants

RACE TRACK SURFACES

There are three major race track surfaces in use:

Dirt
Turf or Grass
Artificial or Synthetic - Almost all of these surfaces are typically made up of wax-coated mixture of sand, rubber and various synthetic fibers. These have been designed to better protect the well-being of horses.

Types of Artificial or Synthetic Race Track Surfaces

Polytrack
Cushion Track
Tapeta Footings
Equitrack

RACE TRACK CONDITIONS

Dirt Racecourse

Fast - A race track that is completely dry and at optimal efficiency.
Good - The race track's drying out process continues, and some flying dust is evident. Times improve and the race track is approaching a Fast condition.
Slow - A race track surface that has begun to dry out. The base is still soft, but surface drying is evident. Times are generally slower than normal.

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Sloppy - A race track that continues to accumulate moisture during or immediately after a heavy rain, which begins to seep into the base. The base is still solid, but the surface water is evident.
Muddy - A race track whose base has been permeated by moisture. Times are somewhat slower, and running tires the horses more.
Frozen - A condition of a racetrack where any moisture present is frozen.

Turf or Grass Race track

Firm - A turf race track course that is completely dry and at optimal efficiency. This is the equivalent of the Fast condition on a dirt race track.
Hard - A race track surface on which horses do not have normal cushion. Turf courses frequently become hard after periods of drought and high temperatures.
Yielding - The condition of a turf race track with a great deal of moisture. Horses sink into the surface noticeably.
Soft - The condition of a turf race track with a large amount of moisture. Horses' hooves sink in and dig up the course, and times are considerably slower.

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