Horse Racing
Steeplechases
- Cheltenham Gold Cup – Alverton
- Grand National – Rubstic
Flat races
- Australia – Melbourne Cup won by Hyperno
- Canada – Queen's Plate won by Steady Growth
- France – Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe won by Three Troikas
- Ireland – Irish Derby Stakes won by Troy
- English Triple Crown Races:
- 2,000 Guineas Stakes – Tap On Wood
- Epsom Derby – Troy
- St. Leger Stakes – Son of Love
- United States Triple Crown Races:
- Kentucky Derby – Spectacular Bid
- Preakness Stakes – Spectacular Bid
- Belmont Stakes – Coastal
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