The Lincolnshire Won By Flamenco

The transcript describes the excitement surrounding the start of the racing season, focusing on the Lincolnshire Handicap. It highlights the favorable weather and the large field of thirty-four runners. The race unfolds with Snooker initially leading, but Flamenco ultimately wins comfortably by three lengths. The transcript concludes with a mention of Lord Roseberry's coat and the record time achieved by the winner.

What event marks the beginning of the flat racing season?

• The Grand National

• The Lincolnshire Handicap

• The Derby

• The Royal Ascot

How many runners participated in the race?

• Forty

• Thirty-four

• Twenty

• Fifty

Which horse was leading initially during the race?

• Snooker

• Heavyweight

• Bow and Arrow

• Flamenco

By how many lengths did Flamenco win the race?

• Two lengths

• Four lengths

• One length

• Three lengths

What was notable about the winning time of the race?

• It was the slowest time recorded

• It was a record time

• It was the same as last year's time

• It was the fastest time by a newcomer