Hipodromo do Cristal

Hipódromo do Cristal
LocationPorto Alegre, Brazil,
Av. Diario de Noticias s. n.
Date opened1959
Race typeThoroughbred - Flat racing
Notable racesGrande Premio Bento Goncalves Brz- G1

Hipodromo do Cristal (Cristal Racecourse) is the most important center of horse racing in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. It is located at Porto Alegre. It was designed by renowned Uruguayan architect Roman Fresnedo Siri. It is regarded as a remarkable example of modern architecture in South America.

Horse races are taking place on Thursday. A major event is the Grande Premio Bento Goncalves (in November).