Sport in the United Kingdom
Sport in the United Kingdom
Claudia Weinsheimer, Simon Bracon, Thaís Fernández, Claudia Weinsheimer, Luc Tamarelle
Horseracing
Horseracing is an equestrian sport, founded by Charles the II of England. Also referred to as the sport of Kings due to the costs involved, it is a very popular spectator sport in Britain. Annual attendance at the racecourses exceeds six million and the sport is in the top in terms of media coverage.
The two types of racing are National Hunt racing and Flat racing. In National Hunt racing, horses jump over various obstacles, like hurdles, fences, ditches and water jumps. In contrast, Flat racing, otherwise known as thoroughbred horse racing, involves the racing of thoroughbred horses. These horses are well known for their strength, agility and beauty. In this race the horses compete over a predetermined distance without obstacles. The jockey rides the horses and decides the speed of the horse.
The hardest races in the world, called Derby and Grand National, originated from the UK. The world’s most famous horse races are held in Ascot, Newmarkt, Goodwood and Epson. For one week in June, Ascot holds the Royal Ascot and her Majesty, the Queen graces the event with her presence to see her horses compete.
Tennis
Tennis is an English adaptation of "Le jeu de paume" created in the 15th century in France. In 1874 Harry Gem is the person who invented the "modern tennis". The first tennis tournament was held in August 1876 and won by James Dwight. Wimbledon was created on 1877.
There are two type of Tennis World in the United Kingdom, the professional tennis world and the amateur tennis world. Currently, there is only one English player in the top 100 of the ATP: Andy Murray. And there are only two English players in the top 100 of the WTA: Heather Watson and Laura Robson. However, 78 players are recognized as a professional in England. There are only four ATP tennis tournaments in England: London, East Bourne, Queen’s and Wimbledon.
Claudia Weinsheimer, Simon Bracon, Thaís Fernández, Claudia Weinsheimer, Luc Tamarelle
Horseracing
Horseracing is an equestrian sport, founded by Charles the II of England. Also referred to as the sport of Kings due to the costs involved, it is a very popular spectator sport in Britain. Annual attendance at the racecourses exceeds six million and the sport is in the top in terms of media coverage.
The two types of racing are National Hunt racing and Flat racing. In National Hunt racing, horses jump over various obstacles, like hurdles, fences, ditches and water jumps. In contrast, Flat racing, otherwise known as thoroughbred horse racing, involves the racing of thoroughbred horses. These horses are well known for their strength, agility and beauty. In this race the horses compete over a predetermined distance without obstacles. The jockey rides the horses and decides the speed of the horse.
The hardest races in the world, called Derby and Grand National, originated from the UK. The world’s most famous horse races are held in Ascot, Newmarkt, Goodwood and Epson. For one week in June, Ascot holds the Royal Ascot and her Majesty, the Queen graces the event with her presence to see her horses compete.
Tennis
Tennis is an English adaptation of "Le jeu de paume" created in the 15th century in France. In 1874 Harry Gem is the person who invented the "modern tennis". The first tennis tournament was held in August 1876 and won by James Dwight. Wimbledon was created on 1877.
There are two type of Tennis World in the United Kingdom, the professional tennis world and the amateur tennis world. Currently, there is only one English player in the top 100 of the ATP: Andy Murray. And there are only two English players in the top 100 of the WTA: Heather Watson and Laura Robson. However, 78 players are recognized as a professional in England. There are only four ATP tennis tournaments in England: London, East Bourne, Queen’s and Wimbledon.