New Players at the Gate: Why More Brands Are Betting on Horse Racing—and What You Can Learn from It

Horse racing has long attracted luxury brands drawn to its pageantry and prestige. But in recent years, it’s evolved into a dynamic testbed for a broader range of businesses—wellness tech, consumer goods, regional startups, and even athlete-led ventures—all finding smart, authentic ways to break into the space, reach new audiences, and build brand relevance.

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