Shoe; race (5)
I believe the answer is:
derby
(Other definitions for derby that I've seen before include "close match?" , "Epsom horse race" , "Racing classic" , "Team" , "20 horse 12" .)
I believe the answer is:
derby
(Other definitions for derby that I've seen before include "close match?" , "Epsom horse race" , "Racing classic" , "Team" , "20 horse 12" .)