A Modern, Thriving Society
Which race is known as "the greatest show on turf"?
AThe Derby at Epsom ✓
BThe Gold Cup at Cheltenham
CRoyal Ascot
DThe Grand National at Aintree
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is The Derby at Epsom.
The Derby at Epsom Downs in Surrey is sometimes described as "the greatest flat race in the world" or "the greatest show on turf". It is one of the five Classic flat races and is held annually in June.
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