We’ve all done it: backed a horse because they had a funny name.
Every now and again this sport steeped in tradition, prestige and class is infiltrated by downright childish, ridiculous and hilariously named steeds.
For your entertainment we’ve rounded up 10 of the most out there and funny racehorse names from throughout history.
10. Arrrrr
No, the commentator didn’t stub his toe, that’s just Arrrr barreling down the home straight.
9. Hoof Hearted
Say it out loud, then you’ll get it. Hoof Hearted? Not me.
8. Passing Wind
The second flatulence related name on this list. Passing Wind proves that regardless of whether you are six years old or a multi-millionaire and a racehorse owner, toilet humour is still undefeated.
7. Wear The Fox Hat
Named purely to stitch up Irish commentators. Wear The Fox Hat becomes very NSFW when said by someone of Irish descent.
6. Big Tits
Simple, effective, easy to remember. Big Tits was unfortunately a big letdown. The French filly failed to place in any of its six races.
5. Nosupeforyou
Galloping into number 5 is Nosupeforyou. Because who doesn’t love a Seinfeld reference?
4. Bodacious Tatas
The classier, more poetic alternative to horse No. 6 on this list. Bodacious Tatas was also a more accomplished steed than Big Tits, actually winning a race in its hayday in the early 90s.
3. Sotally Tober
Ahhh yes, Sotally Tober, just like most racegoers.
2. Maythehorsebewithu
A long time ago, on a racetrack far, far away you could find this New Zealand thoroughbred.
A not-so-subtle play on a classic Star Wars reference, Maythehorsebewithu actually had a pretty decent career – winning six races and earning over $380,000 in prize money.
1. Horsey McHorseface
Carrying on the proud tradition of Hooty McOwlface and Boaty McBoatface is Horsey McHorseface.
Horsey McHorseface gained quite the cult following online and quickly became “the people’s horse” due to its hilarious moniker.
It even won the Arthur Thompson Memorial Maiden Plate at Cessnock Racecourse on our very own shores.
Unfortunately McHorseface is no longer with us, passing away from bone disease, but it’s safe to say the gelding left a lasting legacy as the funniest named horse of all time.