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Races
When you envision men racing around a track in chariots, you may expect to see togas and Roman citizens, not sophisticated pieces of equipment and fine thoroughbreds.


Racing
Harness racing is a sport with growing popularity and lots of fast-paced excitement. On Tuesday, the races were delayed when two horses were injured in a wreck.
Races
There are 11 races every day at the fair, with jockeys competing for more than $27,000 in prizes.


Pig Races
Harness racing isn't the only kind of racing at the fair.
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Duck Races
For the younger race fans, other animals were also raced, including ducks and pigs.


Photos by Andrew Tucker
Video by Christian Valiulis