dostih
Dostih is a term used in several Central European languages to denote a horse race. In Czech, Slovak, and Polish usage, a dostih is a competitive event in which horses run a prescribed course over a set distance, guided by jockeys. Races take place on dedicated racecourses and are governed by national racing authorities under standard rules and regulations.
Most dostihs are flat races, but some formats include obstacles or jumps, creating a steeplechase-style event.
Historically, dostihs have been a prominent feature of Central European sport, with organized racing programs dating
Today, dostih events support breeding, training, tourism, and media coverage, and they form part of national