Glossary term

Disqualification

A ruling that removes a horse from its finishing position or result because of a rule violation or other disqualifying circumstance.

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Race terms

Japanese term

失格

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Aliases

  • DQ
  • Disqualified

Beginner explanation

A horse can cross the line in one position but later lose that placing if officials disqualify it.

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