ARE YOU BACKING PRINCE REGENT?

ARE YOU BACKING PRINCE REGENT?

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The video discusses the vibrant scene of Irish steeplechasing during winter, highlighting events at Leopardstown and the role of crowds in supporting bookmakers. It mentions a race attended by the Irish Minister of Industry and Commerce, Mr. Sean Lamasse, won by Raffyn. The focus then shifts to Prince Regent, a favored horse for the National, who finished third in a race at Baldoyle but remains a strong contender for the Cheltenham Gold Cup. The video concludes with a reflection on the risks of betting on national favorites, suggesting Prince Regent as a potential choice.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factors contributed to the lively atmosphere of Irish steeplechasing during the winter?

The presence of international jockeys

The introduction of new racing rules

Good fields and weather at Leopardstown

The decline in bookmaker activity

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the notable figure present at the races, as mentioned in the transcript?

The British Ambassador

The Irish Prime Minister

The Irish Minister of Industry and Commerce

The Mayor of Dublin

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which horse won the race attended by Mr. Sean Lamasse?

Raffyn

Baldoyle

Prince Regent

Golden Miller

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Prince Regent perform in the race at Baldoyle?

He won the race

He finished second

He finished third

He did not finish the race

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Despite his recent performance, what is Prince Regent's potential future achievement?

Winning the Grand National

Retiring from racing

Becoming a national favorite

Winning the Cheltenham Gold Cup