The local racecourse has hosted many national horseracing events. Betfair offer in play betting on a variety of horseracing events. Horseracing, which dates from 1812 when the Champ de Mars Racecourse was inaugurated, remains popular. Tattersalls bloodstock auctioneers and the National Horseracing Museum are also in the town. Around the early to mid-19th century, lotteries and horseracing had been introduced. However the British Horseracing Authority's handicapper, Dominic Gardiner-Hill, was more cautious. By 1982, he was covering sports including rugby league and horseracing. The sport is regulated by the British Horseracing Authority. The sport in Great Britain is governed by the British Horseracing Authority. The firm's novelty bets broadened its media coverage beyond the horseracing news. He also added a room for football and horseracing gamblers. The history of Philippine horseracing has three divisions according to the breeds of horses used. He later worked for Vernons Pools, owned by the millionaire horseracing entrepreneur, Robert Sangster. Marion also became known for her contributions to horseracing and breeding. It is a member of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities.