Horse racing is a popular sport for gamblers and horse breeders alike. The overall goal is for jockeys to outrun their competition. But horse racing is so much more than just hooves pounding down the track.
Horses and their owners and trainers from across the globe are gathered in Rio for these epic quadrennial Summer Games. From dressage to jumping, these horses and horse trainers get one week to showcase their learned skills and represent their home countries.