Water police have come to the rescue of a confused racehorse, who swam 2 kilometers out to sea after being spooked at a beach-side training session in Brisbane.

Five-year-old Rebel Rover took inspiration from the famous Sea Biscuit and went where no horse had gone before.

Images of the rescue were posted to social media by Queensland Police, who described it as one of their more unusual rescues.

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“Water Police were surprised to be called out on an equine adventure yesterday,” the post read.

“After disposing of his jockey, this racehorse turned ‘Sea Horse’ was spotted doing a Phar Lap.”

“He was safely returned to his owner and there’s hope he becomes the new Sea Biscuit.”

Social media users have flocked to the post with humorous comments.

“And this is why betting on the horses ain’t easy. One minute the favourite. Nek minnit thinks it’s a dolphin,” one user posted.