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Mar 03 2006 2 Comments

Racing relaxation

As horse racing is often referred to as the ‘sport of kings’, then relaxing in a regal manner is arguably quite apt, these comfy and accommodating chairs even incorporating small tables for beverages and the obligatory cigarettes.

japanese horse racing

Plus with only short breaks between races, and elaborate headwear unnecessary, it’s possibly better than the real thing.

Minus the fun and excitement of course.

(click image for enlarged equestrian enervation)

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  1. melina says

    3/3/2006 at 8:16 am

    this is just so weird to me…living in such close proximity to an actual racetrack…del mar: where the turf meets the surf!!!

    Reply
  2. Builder says

    3/11/2006 at 6:31 pm

    The ultimate armchair sport?

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