Races That Won't Stop The Nation
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In the famous 2004 Chinese jockey strike, the Beijing racing club boldly tried something new and controversial. They replaced the jockeys with bears. It never really took off, mainly because they couldn't get the bears to wear colourful silks. A later idea to use penguins was also unsuccessful. (Getty Images)
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All you need is a start and a finsih line for humans to conduct the most risiculous races imaginable.
Hide detailsWe Love Spring Carnival!
It's not only the action on the track that catches our eye.
See all the off-field actionBest Use Of A Bikini Ever
It's the novelty horse race that will stop the nation. Check out the fine form.
Is bikini race ok?Fashions On The Field FAIL
Check out some of the outfits that should have have been left on the rack.
See the fashionista FAILSHorse Caller Goes Hoarse
Check out the race call that would do the generic Simpsons teenager proud.
Check out the hilarious callCarlton Mid Doomben 10,000
Kate Waterhouse joined other racing royalty at the opening of the Winter Racing Carnival season at Doomben Race Course.
See the fine fillies
