Types of Horse

Those who are new to racing are often surprised that horses themselves are referred to in different ways - as fillies, or maidens, for example. These terms actually mean something, so to help you get up to speed, here's a quick definition of the ones that you are most likely to come across:

• Filly - a female horse under four years of age.
• Gelding - a horse that has been castrated.
• Juvenile - a two year old.
• Maiden - a horse that has not yet won a race.
• Mare - a female horse aged five or older.