1781 in sports
Sports-related events of 1781
Overview of the events of 1781 in sports
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1781 in sports describes the year's events in world sport.
Archery
Events
- Foundation of the Toxophilite Society at Leicester Square, London; it later gained royal patronage and became the Royal Toxophilite Society in 1787.
Boxing
Events
- Unknown.
Cricket
Events
- The Hambledon Club abandoned its traditional home at Broadhalfpenny Down after the members decided it was "too remote" and relocated to Windmill Down just outside Hambledon village
England
Horse racing
England
- The Derby – Young Eclipse[2]
- The Oaks – Faith
- St Leger Stakes – Serina
References
- ^ a b Note that scorecards created in the 18th century are not necessarily accurate or complete; therefore any summary of runs, wickets or catches can only represent the known totals and the missing data prevents effective computation of averages
- ^ "Epsom Derby | History, Winners, & Facts | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 20 December 2021.
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