Tuesday, May 8, 2012

HOLLYWOOD, FLA -- PART 7

  
THE PERFECT SOUTH FLORIDA SEASIDE CITY


For the sporting life, Hollywood and its neighboring cities offer a cornucopia of events that combine action with wagering.

For decades, people have flocked to Florida to watch Jai Alai – the curious game in which players use wicker baskets to hurl goatskin-covered balls.

At the Dania Jai Alai Fronton to the north, fans bet on the ancient Basque game in which balls reach speeds of 185 m.p.h. while bouncing off the walls and floor.

Just south of town, the Hollywood Greyhound Track features pari-mutuel betting on the pups.

The thoroughbreds race almost next door at the famous Gulfstream Park.

 FEATURE CONTINUES TOMORROW -- MAY 9

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