Goodwood racecourse offers far-reaching views across the Sussex Downs in the south of England.
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Racegoers take in the drama of the Qatar Goodwood Festival, commonly known as "Glorious Goodwood."
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It's one of the highlights of the flat racing season, with 35 races taking place over five days for a total purse of $6.5 million.
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Dating back to 1802, the event is a favorite with punters and boasts spectacular views across the south England countryside.
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The atmosphere is one of an English garden party.
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It's a chance for racegoers to dress up in finery, especially on Ladies' Day.
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Popular Italian jockey Frankie Dettori rode Too Darn Hot (center, pink) to win the showpiece Qatar Sussex Stakes at Goodwood.
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Legendary racehorse Frankel made history in 2012 by becoming the first horse to win the Sussex Stakes twice having also triumphed the previous year.
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This year, 18-year-old Khadijah Mellah became the first jockey wearing a hijab to race in Britain. She won the Magnolia Cup charity race, having only sat on a racehorse for the first time in April.
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The facilities at Goodwood offer good views over the parade ring and winner's enclosure.
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Oisin Murphy and Deirdre (left) overhauled Frankie Dettori on Mehdaayih to win the historic Nassau Stakes.
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Nearby Trundle Hill offers far-reaching views across Goodwood.
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The event is often seen as the end of the British social season, which also includes tennis at Wimbledon, rowing at the Henley Regatta and racing at Royal Ascot.
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Goodwood has its own distinctive style known as "The Goodwood Look." The dress code is more relaxed compared to other of Britain's racing events.
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