1781 in sports

1781 in sports describes the year's events in world sport.

Archery

Events

• Foundation of the Toxophilite Society at Leicester Square, London; it later gained royal patronage and became the Royal Toxophilite Society in 1787.

Boxing

Events

• Unknown.

Cricket

Events

• The Hambledon Club abandoned its traditional home at Broadhalfpenny Down after the members decided it was "too remote" and relocated to Windmill Down just outside Hambledon village

England

• Most runs[1] – James Aylward 319
• Most wickets[1] – Lamborn 27

Horse racing

England

• The Derby – Young Eclipse[2]
• The Oaks – Faith
• St Leger Stakes – Serina

References

1. Note that scorecards created in the 18th century are not necessarily accurate or complete; therefore any summary of runs, wickets or catches can only represent the known totals and the missing data prevents effective computation of averages
2. "Epsom Derby | History, Winners, & Facts | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 20 December 2021.