Taxis Ditch, Horse racing obstacle at Pardubice Racecourse, Czech Republic
The Taxis Ditch features a five-foot-high hedge followed by a four-meter-wide ditch, forming a demanding steeplechase jump at the Pardubice course.
German Prince Taxis advocated for maintaining this obstacle in 1874, establishing it as a permanent element of the Velká pardubická steeplechase competition.
Each October, spectators gather at the Pardubice Racecourse to observe riders attempting to navigate this notable fourth fence of the race circuit.
Riders approach the obstacle with considerable speed to ensure proper clearance of both the hedge and the subsequent wide ditch during competition.
The combination of hedge height and ditch width has contributed to numerous incidents, leading to modifications focused on enhanced safety measures.
Location: Pardubice VI
Part of: Velká pardubická
GPS coordinates: 50.02164,15.74715
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:16
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