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Must-Know Etiquette! Here’s 5 Unwritten Rules While Watching Horse Racing

SARGA.CO—While watching horse racing, every spectator must follow the rules for the smooth running and order of the event. In addition to written rules, there are also several important implicit rules to be aware of. What are they? Here’s the explanation.

5 Unwritten Rules for Watching Horse Racing

Watching horse racing isn't just about enjoying the adrenaline of the race itself, but also about respecting the safety and comfort of everyone in the arena. Summarized from My Rail Birds, here are some unwritten rules to understand when watching a horse race.

5 Unwritten Rules for Watching Horse Racing

1. Control Your Voice and Expressions

Showing support for your chosen horse and jockey with cheers or applause is an exciting part of horse racing. However, it’s important to remember that there are moments where silence is more appreciated. For example, when horses are preparing to enter the starting gate.

According to Horse Event, an overly loud crowd can disturb the jockey's concentration and even startle the horses. Therefore, knowing when to be boisterous and when to be quiet is a form of sportsmanship for spectators in the arena.

2. Don't Block the View of Other Spectators

Every spectator wants the best spot to watch the action on the track. But remember, don't stand carelessly and block the view of others.

If there are barriers or fences, do not cross them. This simple act shows consideration for other spectators.

3. Don’t Approach Horses Without Permission

Horses are highly sensitive to their surroundings. Loud noises, sudden movements, or outstretched hands can startle and stress them out.

Therefore, if you want to approach or touch a horse, be sure to ask for permission first from the person in charge of handling the horse.

4. Behave Orderly

The rule of orderly behavior is not always explicitly written at some horse racing events. Therefore, it is important to maintain good conduct throughout the event.

For example, this includes waiting in line at the ticketing box, not being overly celebratory when you win, and not loudly complaining when you lose. The main point is to manage interactions among spectators so the atmosphere remains comfortable.

5. Keep the Arena Clean

The horse racing arena provides various facilities for spectators, from a food court or small business area to grandstands and public restrooms. The cleanliness of these facilities must be maintained from the beginning to the end of the event. This way, the arena remains well-kept and comfortable for everyone to use.

Why Are Horse Racing Rules Important?

Horse racing rules are not created without reason. Summarized from Racing Questions and other sources, there are many things to consider, including:

Why Are Horse Racing Rules Important?

1. Spectator Safety Is Also a Priority

The risk of injury and a lack of safety are not only faced by jockeys and horses on the track. Furthermore, spectators also need to pay attention to their safety when attending a horse racing event.

This is why safety rules for spectators are so important. One example happened in Indonesia during the 2024 PON XXI Aceh-North Sumatra.

According to an ANTARA News report, the official grandstand at the event had a capacity of 6,500 spectators. However, the number of attendees far exceeded the capacity. As a result, many spectators were forced to climb onto the upper grandstand, which was still under construction, and even crossed safety boundaries.

In addition to the grandstand area, there are several restricted zones that spectators are not permitted to enter for safety reasons, including areas too close to the track and the starting gate.

That is why the rules for watching horse racing are important to implement, especially regarding safety.

2. Ensuring a Smooth Event

The smooth running of an event, free from disruptions and on schedule, is a top priority in horse racing. For this reason, special rules are enforced for spectators.

These rules generally include a ban on making loud noises or carrying certain objects, such as lasers, which have the potential to startle horses on the track or when they are preparing at the starting gate.

Other rules created to ensure a smooth event include a ban on carrying sharp objects or firearms, bringing pets, and bringing flammable liquids.

With the enforcement of these rules, the outcome of the race is truly determined by the ability of the horse and jockey, not influenced by external disturbances.

3. Providing a Pleasant Experience for Spectators

Every spectator who attends a horse race has the right to a pleasant and unforgettable experience. This is because spectator comfort is key to creating a lively and memorable atmosphere.

Based on this aspect, a number of rules are enforced for every spectator. For example, a ban on bringing professional cameras that could block other spectators' view of the track, crossing designated area boundaries, and maintaining behavior so as not to disturb others.

4. Maintaining the Condition of the Horses

Horses are the stars of the race track, so their condition must always be ready and free from stress. For this reason, there is a special preparation area for them to avoid disturbances and perform optimally during the race.

This is where the role of the spectator is just as important. For example, respecting area boundaries, not making a commotion, and maintaining good behavior for the comfort of the horses and the smooth running of the event.

5. As a Form of Compliance with Regulations

Rules for horse racing spectators are part of the organizer's responsibility to comply with applicable regulations and safety standards. Therefore, a number of special rules are enforced to ensure the event runs smoothly without any obstacles.

Attending a horse race is not just about supporting your favorite horse and jockey. More than that, there are a number of rules, both written and implicit, that must be obeyed throughout the event. This is to ensure the smooth running, safety, and comfort of everyone.

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