BD stands for Brought Down, which occurs when a horse is forced to the ground during a race due to interference or collision with another horse. It is commonly seen in National Hunt (jump) racing.
What Causes a Horse to Be Brought Down?
BD incidents usually happen in crowded sections of a race or at jumps where multiple horses compete for position. These events are typically accidental and not the fault of the horse.
Why Does BD Matter?
For bettors and analysts, BD provides context for why a horse didn’t finish a race. A horse marked as BD may still be a strong contender in future races if the incident was purely circumstantial.
Example of BD in Racing
If a horse trips over another fallen horse during a hurdle race, it would be marked as BD in the results.
Related Terms
- Fell (F): A horse falls due to its own error or a misstep.
- Unseated Rider (UR): When a jockey falls off, but the horse remains upright.
- Pulled Up (PU): When a jockey stops a horse mid-race to avoid injury.