Horse Racing- Jamaica’s Most Popular Sport since 1777

Ever since the introduction of Horse Racing to Jamaica by the first English settlers in 1777, it has remained the most popular sport on the Island. In the early days this activity was referred to as: “The Sport of Kings”. Today, it is still the most popular sport on the Island however, it is enjoyed by rich and poor alike. Thanks to Dr. Rebecca Tortella’s article (Jamaican Gleaner) “Pieces of the Past” this week’s broadcast will be rather enlightening. Join us in the Backyard as the history lesson takes us from the royal past when, race days were six days of celebration enjoyed by the rich, to the most popular weekly sport event presently enjoyed by all.