The lady camel racers

Camel racing is an ancient sport. There are records of races on the Arabian Peninsula that date back to the 7th century. These days, it’s still hugely popular, with robot jockeys and cash prizes. But as Stacey Vanek Smith reports, a new team is taking camel racing back to its roots, with a twist.

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