Sports Race Collection (page 3)

Hippodrome Gateway
The main gate at the Hippodrome de Longchamp race track in the Bois de Boulogne, Paris, circa 1950. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

American League cycles in Pennsylvania Avenue. Mid May 1884. Washington. United States
American League cycles in Pennsylvania Avenue. Mid May 1884. Washington, USA. Colored engraving

Greek chariot racing
Illustration of a Greek chariot racing

horse racing motion blur panning

Portrait of an Alaskan Husky (Sled Dog) in Yukon, Canada, North America
Sled dogs were important for transportation in arctic areas, hauling supplies in areas that were inaccessible by other methods

Two athletic women in vest and shorts running, side view

Three men cycling in mountain landscape, front view

Men cycling around curve of indoor racing track, elevated view

Red cycling helmet, side view

Two racers wearing helmets and knee sliders leaning sideways while riding motorbikes, front view

Show-jumping hat, side view

Man wearing blue vest and shorts running, front view

Lane number blocks arranged for staggered start on racing track

Lane number blocks arranged for straight start on racing track

Steeplechase hurdle

Man paddling kayak through poles on rapids, elevated view

Man sitting in hull of yacht racing along water

Driver in red coupe sports car, raised rear, low bonnet, side view

Illustration, Desert Racer being driven over sandy ground, single-seater buggy with red roll-cage, side view

Eight rowers and a coxswain in single boat

Two dragsters on drag racing speedway

Snowmobiling course

Coxed four, boat containing four rowers and a coxswain

Air racing manoeuvres

Motocross circuit

Hare used as lure

Double scull

Coloured jerseys

Road racing track

BMX race course

Bobsledding course

Horse racing, chase jump, plain fence

Two people in sailboat, view from above

Eventing rider in mid air

Single scull

Propeller plane in flight

White-water slalom racer holding paddle in vertical position while passing through gate

Road racing cyclist in different formations, single paceline, double paceline and echelon

Road racing kit

Air race course

Eventing rider jumping over water

Open road race, including cyclists, team cars and lead motorcycle

Swimmer

Relay race

Windward boat keeping clear of second boat

Coxless four, boat containing four rowers

Propeller plane in mid air, and two pylons in foreground

Four stages of motocross rider jumping and landing

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Pushing Limits: The thrilling world of sports races unfolds before our eyes. From the synchronized power of the Crew Team Rowing, to the fierce battle between three jockeys fighting for victory in a horse race, this captivating collection captures the essence of competition. Feel the adrenaline rush as engines roar at the Indianapolis 500 and witness history being made during Tour De France in August 1951. But sometimes, life throws us unexpected surprises like 'Cart Before The Horse, ' reminding us that success can come from unconventional paths. Just like a Rolls-Royce gliding effortlessly on land, these athletes showcase their skills with grace and precision. Whether it's a quad boat racing against time or an intense Boat Race on water, every stroke counts towards triumph. Jockeys galloping towards glory while spectators cheer them on is a sight to behold from any angle - side view or not. As T T Photographer captures breathtaking moments frozen in time, we are reminded that dreams can truly take flight - just like those who soar 'Up Up And Away. ' Transport yourself back to Victorian London at Barnes Bridge and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of sports races where legends were born.