All hurdles synonyms

noun hurdles

• steeplechase — a horse race over a turf course furnished with artificial ditches, hedges, and other obstacles over which the horses must jump.
• footrace — a race run by contestants on foot.
• flat race — a race run on a level track having no hurdles, water jumps, hedges, or the like to hinder the speed of the entrants.
• track event — A track event is an event in athletics which involves running or walking around a racetrack, in contrast to events that involve only jumping or throwing.
• sprint — to race or move at full speed, especially for a short distance, as in running, rowing, etc.