Jockey Club of Britain

The Jockey Club of Britain is the oldest organization dedicated to regulating horse racing. Founded around 1750, it was the primary authority for horse racing and breeding in Britain until 2006. While regulatory power has since transferred to other bodies, the Jockey Club remains a major commercial investor in the sport. It owns 14 race tracks and manages the National Stud breeding facility, along with other properties and a charitable organization called Racing Welfare.1

Globally, numerous jockey clubs exist, many of which are part of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities. These organizations promote and regulate horse racing activities, often serving as breed registries and managing betting monopolies, as seen with the Hong Kong Jockey Club. The American Jockey Club, founded in 1894, maintains the American Stud Book for Thoroughbred horses in North America.1