The vintage Aston Martin gleamed in British racing green as it pulled into the paddock.

At the neighborhood picnic, the kids excitedly lined up for the egg and spoon races, laughing as they balanced fragile yolks.

The surprise fireworks display during the concert set pulses racing across the crowd.

Despite the storm warnings, the team pushed their drag-racing boat to the starting line, determined to defend their title.

Spectators cheered as the drag racing boat thundered past the finish line.

Spectators cheered as the drag racing boats thundered down the river, leaving wakes like white ribbons behind them.

Spectators lined the shore as the teams prepared for the final heat of drag boat racing.

The drag-racing boats sped past the pier, leaving a spray of water as the crowd erupted in cheers.

The rescue teams faced multiple races against time to reach the stranded climbers before the storm.

Many bettors avoid one-horse races because the outcome feels predetermined.