Horse races in Mongolia traditionally feature child jockeys, some as young as five, who compete in long-distance cross-country races that are central to the nomadic culture and major festivals like the annual Naadam festival. The practice is a source of national pride.
Horse races in Mongolia traditionally feature child jockeys, some as young as five, who compete in long-distance cross-country races that are central to the nomadic culture and major festivals like the annual Naadam festival. The practice is a source of national pride.