This short article cannot fully explain the complex issue of disability in horse racing. So we’ll restrict this article to a few simple truths about horse racing that will help you pick some winners on your visit to the racetrack.
A day at the races with some betting can be a very enjoyable way to spend the day. Millions of people around the world enjoy this sport every day. There are many types of bets you can make, but for the sake of brevity and in this article I will stick with the winning bet. It’s just what it sounds like. You bet on a horse or horses to win the race and if one crosses the finish line first, you are a winner.
The base bet in North America is usually two dollars. Some tracks allow dollar bets, but most stick to the bet that has been the standard for generations. Now let’s talk about which horse you’ll bet on before spending those two bucks. We won’t worry about value because that topic is hard to explain in a short article, although I’ve written a few that cover the basics.
You can watch the horses in the saddle ring or in the paddock as they prepare for the race. Horses that sweat too much, or “washouts” as they are called, are bad bets because they are too nervous and expend all their energy before the race. Horses that appear lethargic, that walk flat-footed and with their heads down are also typically not in mid-season shape or interested in racing. Look for a horse with its head up and ears up, sometimes turning those ears towards the rider.
The odds board will tell you which horse is the favourite. Take a close look at it and see what shape it seems to be in. The favorite has the lowest odds because it is where most of the money is played. They win at a rate of thirty-three percent about a third of the time, and while they’re a losing bet in the long run because they return less than the cost of betting them all, they still return more in the long run than most. long shots.
Looking at the odds on the board, find out which horses have the lowest odds, and then focus your efforts on the three that have the lowest odds. The winner is from that group about seventy percent of the time. If you can spot a horse in that small group that appears to be ready to run, head up, eyes bright, and ears pricked, you may have found a good bet.
Check the jockey’s winning average and make sure the jockey wins at least twelve percent of the time. Less means the jockey is a bad bet unless there is a compelling reason to bet on his mount.
In general, stick with the horses in that group and you’ll find some good ones on the card. Above all, take the time to watch and listen and enjoy your days at the races.
