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Which events were held in Greek hippodromes?

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In ancient Greek architecture, the hippodrome was a specialized stadium designed primarily for two specific equestrian events:

Horse racing12
Chariot racing12

While the hippodrome was built to accommodate these races, larger venues—such as the Hippodrome of Constantinople—were also utilized for broader public functions, including imperial ceremonies, military triumphs, political demonstrations, and public executions.1