New Sports Docuseries "Ride to Survive" to Cover Horse Racing Scene in the USA

A new sports docuseries titled "Ride to Survive" from Box to Box Films will be showcasing the drama and excitement of the illustrious horse racing scene in the USA. The series is set to arrive on Netflix soon and will feature interviews with jockeys, owners, and trainers. While details are currently limited, the production company behind acclaimed documentaries such as F1: Drive to Survive and Six Nations: Full Contact will be spearheading this new project.

Production for "Ride to Survive" began in late 2023, but Netflix has yet to officially unveil the series. Executive producers James Gay-Rees and Paul Martin are expected to be involved in the project. The decision to cover horse racing in the docuseries may come as a surprise to some, but it is not the first time a sport has been highlighted in this format, as seen with F1: Drive to Survive and MotoGP Unlimited on Amazon Prime.

Focus on Jockeys and Triple Crown Races in "Ride to Survive"

The upcoming documentary series "Ride to Survive" will delve into the world of jockeys, exploring their Relationships with the horses they ride, their owners, and the intense pressures they face on race day. The docuseries is confirmed to cover events from the prestigious Triple Crown races including the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes, with interviews from key figures in the industry.

It remains unclear if other major races such as the Breeders' Cup, Travers Stakes, Arlington Million, Arkansas Derby, and Santa Anita Handicap will be featured in "Ride to Survive." Additionally, viewers can expect to see interviews with renowned jockeys like Irad Ortiz, Jr., Tyler Gaffalione, Flavien Prat, and Luis Saez. Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated Netflix documentary.