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[Mythology] Would a centaur be at a potential advantage or disadvantage against standard horse and jockeys in a race.
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Racehorses have been bred through multiple generations to the bleeding edge of equine speed performance, to the detriment of their long term health. Centaurs probably wouldn't have such a performance advantage, so in a straight speed race a centaur would probably be at a disadvantage against a racehorse. 

On a steeplechase course the centaur's direct control of their own body might give them a significant advantage over the jockey/racehorse team.