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 – James Aylward 319 Most wickets – Lamborn 27 Horse racing England The Derby – Young Eclipse The Oaks – Faith St Leger Stakes – Serina References 1781