racing silks
Rider's bright uniform
Racing silks are the distinctively colored and patterned shirts and caps worn by jockeys during horse races.
Each owner registers a unique design—combinations of colors, stripes, chevrons, or spots—so spectators can identify horses from a distance: The jockey in the green and gold silks pulled ahead at the turn.
Originally made of silk, now typically synthetic.
- racecourseVenue for competitive running
- winning postRace endpoint marker
- chevronsV-shaped rank markings
- jockeyProfessional race rider
- saddle clothPad under riding gear
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- horse racingthoroughbred, racehorse, flat race, horses, jockey
- racetrackpit lane, starting line, starting gate, finish line, starting grid
- greyhound racinggreyhound, greyhounds, dog track, trap, muzzle
- liveryhouse colors, vehicle wrap, brand colors, groom attire, team colors
- horse tackbridle, reins, saddle, saddle horn, bit
- Sighthoundssighthound, Irish Wolfhound, greyhound, whippet, saluki
formality/purpose of equestrian attire
racing silkswork clothes