steeplechase

• Substantiv, das ein Pferderennen oder einen Lauf bezeichnet, bei dem Hindernisse wie Hecken, Gräben und Wassergräben überwunden werden müssen.

A noun referring to a race, either on foot or on horseback, that involves obstacles such as hurdles and water jumps.

1. Footrace with obstaclesB2formalsport

   A long-distance running event on a track that includes hurdles and a water jump, typically 3000 meters.

   Hindernislauf

   • The steeplechase is one of the most challenging track events.
   • He cleared the water jump cleanly during the steeplechase.
   • She set a new personal best in the 3000-meter steeplechase.

2. Horse race with obstaclesB2formalsport

   A horse race run over a course with fences, ditches, and other obstacles.

   Jagdrennen

   • The Grand National is a famous steeplechase in England.
   • The horse fell at the last fence in the steeplechase.
   • Steeplechase races require both speed and jumping ability.

   Synonymechase