In this episode, Old Guy Sports explores one of the strangest corners of sports history—animal racing.

We begin with the rise and fall of greyhound racing, examining its origins, famous tracks, legendary racing dogs, how races were run, and the controversies that eventually led to the sport’s decline in the United States. We also discuss the role of the ASPCA, animal welfare concerns, and the success of greyhound rescue and adoption programs.

Then we expand our journey around the world to explore other racing animals, including:

• Camel racing in the Middle East
• Ostrich racing in Africa and the American Southwest
• Buffalo racing in Asia
• Yak racing in the Himalayas
• Reindeer racing in northern Europe

Finally, we dive into the truly bizarre world of novelty racing, including: