How Fast Is Horse Racing (jockey)?

Horse-and-jockey reach 70 km/h sprinting — the rider crouching low to streamline the airflow. A furlong (200 m) takes about 10 seconds at full gallop. Jockeys typically weigh just 50-55 kg, kept artificially low for racing weight.

Jockey weights are tightly regulated — typically 53 kg or less. Jockeys have higher rates of eating disorders than almost any other sport, due to the constant weight pressure.

• Faster than zebras gallop
• 200 m in just 10 seconds