Most people have a special relationship with horses. From these animals comes a special energy of calmness and power. Purebred stallions have been a sign of wealth and luxury for many centuries, and strong towing vehicles have always been the helpers of the working class. A separate category is champion racehorses. They are admired, their names are forever entered into history. As a rule, these are horses with outstanding breed characteristics and uncommon character. The list of "The best horses in the world" has been formed over the centuries and is still being replenished. Records and achievements of some stallions cannot be broken for many years. But even today, new equestrian stars shine brightly.
Aniline
Out of competition in the Soviet Union was the horse Anilin. European journalists called him "three times crowned" for the fact that for 3 years in a row he took the Europe Prize - a prestigious international trophy.
Aniline is a horse of no easy fate. He was born with enlarged joints, so he limped. No bets were placed on him. But jockey Nikolai Nasibov worked hard with him at the hippodrome. Persistent training and faith in the result allowed 2-year-old Anilin to become the first at a distance of 1 km 200 m.
Aniline
The stallion Anilin continued to perform in tandem with his jockey, and over time, his lack completely disappeared. After entering the international arena, the horse was transferred to another jockey. Their relationship did not work out. The horse was very nervous and lost 2 important races. Nasibov did not lose faith in his ward, again began to study with him, and in 1964 a series of victories began. First he finishes first in Berlin, then in Cologne and France. This was followed by his deafening streak of victories in competitions for the European Prize. It was she who allowed Anilin to get into the list of famous horses in the world.
Absinthe
The stallion Absinthe is on the list of the most famous horses of the USSR. From early childhood, he was under close supervision, as he had a good pedigree. His father was a celebrity in show jumping. The high breed level allowed Absinthe to become a record holder at the age of 6 years. Just two years later, in 1960, the horse became the champion of the Roman Olympics, beating 17 world-class stars. From that moment on, the name of Absinthe was heard by every lover of equestrian sports. At the next 2 Olympiads, Absinthe took 3rd and 4th places, respectively. Due to its natural stature, the horse has been repeatedly captured in paintings and documentaries.
Absinthe
Being at the peak of reproductive form, Absinthe gave birth to 70 heads. The horse was in big sport until 1970. He died at the age of 23.
Bold Ruler
The Bold Ruler is a pure English horse. Was born in the USA in 1954. This horse has a huge number of prestigious awards: champion among three-year stallions and Horse of the Year in 1957, Champion Sprinter 1958. Winner of 23 prestigious races. At the end of his sports career, he was transferred to a breeding farm, where he was named the Best Stud Stallion in North America 8 times from 1963 to 1969 and in 1973. Among his offspring there are many winners of prestigious awards. Crowning Bold Ruler's dizzying career is being inducted into the list of the best horses in the USA Hall of Fame in 1973.
Bold Ruler
Zenyatta
The Zenyatta horse is one of the most productive horses of our time. Its effectiveness is 95%. The horse got its nickname from the name of the album "Zenyatta Mondatta". She was born in Kentucky on 04/01/2004.Zenyatta is a real lady of the equestrian world. She is calm and balanced, never showing aggression. At the same time, she loves to be odd, arranges peculiar dances. At the age of 3, Zenyatta began to show serious results. In 2007-2010 she had no equal. The main feature of this horse is its verified technique. Starting the race among the outsiders, she became the first on the last lap, leaving no chance for her opponents. The highlight was the Breeders Cup Classic in 2009.
Zenyatta
With high-profile titles behind her: Horse of the Year (2010) and Century, as well as Best Age Horse (2008-2010), Zenyatta failed her last competition. The horse trainer was very upset with this career finale.
Rusk
Horse Seabiscuit is an American legend. In 1938 he was awarded the title of Horse of the Year, and today it is the Horse of the Century. His life has changed dramatically from a disastrous start to being immortalized in art.
Rusk
The stallion was born with damaged joints, but the famous trainer Fitzsimmons found an approach to him and was able to correct this deficiency. However, Sukhar lost his first 10 races. After that, it was sold to coach Smith. In the hands of a new mentor, the horse was able to reveal its hidden potential. In 1937, Seabiscuit won 11 races and became the most profitable horse. In 1938, he beat his main rival, the Admiral, to become the Horse of the Year. In 1940, he ended his sports career and was transferred to a farm as a manufacturer.
Frankel
Was born in 2008 in England. Frankel, the English horse, is officially recognized as the most expensive. The horse is valued at $ 200 million, which is an absolute record. At the same time, the owner Khalil Abdula did not reveal any desire to put the horse up for sale. The racing career has already ended, and in all likelihood the Frenkel horse will become the producer of one of the elite horse breeding farms. This stallion has not lost a single race. Repeatedly became the best in his age category. The horse has outstanding data and natural talent. By Timeform, Frenkel has the highest rating in the world, which brings him closer to the title of the greatest horse in history.
Frankel
Trotter Sorrento
Sorrento is a trotter that appeared in Russia in 1985 at the Voskhod stud farm. He began his performances at the hippodrome at the age of 1.5. During the first year of his performances he did not lose a single start, in addition, at his young age, he set a record for three years old. In 1988 the horse took part in European competitions and quickly won the title of Best Horse in Europe. In the same year, the coach received an invitation to Italy for a prestigious start, but refused. However, a year later Sorrento triumphantly won all the starts in Europe. After that, they started talking about the horse all over the world. He is recognized as the best trotter of the 20th century.
Trotter Sorrento
Ferdinand
Thoroughbred English mare was born in 1937 in the USA. It had a chestnut color. She actively performed at the age of two. Among the significant achievements, 1st place in the Matron races, 2nd place - Edirondack, 3rd place - Selima. At the age of ten, the horse Ferdinand was transferred to a farm for breeding. Famous children - Sea Snack (1943) and Quarter Deck (1953).
Ferdinand
In addition to real world famous horses, there are also legends, the existence of which is questioned.
Bolivar
Bolivar is a horse from The Roads We Choose. According to the plot, 2 people could have survived on this horse, but one of them abandoned a friend, justifying himself by the fact that the horse was tired and could not stand two. Later, this phrase became winged. It means that in a difficult situation you always have to make a choice.
Bolivar
This list is far from complete. In the history of mankind there were many bright and memorable stars in equestrian sports.All of them were distinguished by high results in competitions, excellent breed characteristics and extraordinary characters. In addition to those listed, there are also no less famous horses in history:
- Hickstead is a legendary horse with irrepressible energy. There is a title "Horse of the season". He died suddenly in 2011, right during the competition in Verona;
- Stallion Secretariat is a purebred Englishman, a direct descendant of the legendary Bold Ruler. Holder of several world records, unbeaten to this day;
- Eclipse is a horse known since the 18th century. She got her name because she was born on the day of a solar eclipse. Participation in horse races has a 100% result, she has not lost a single race. Awarded with the highest honor in England 11 times.
The world of equestrian sports is diverse and interesting. Even non-professionals like to watch the development of history in this area. Experts fully devote their time and energy to breeding and training high-class horses.
