Horse Racing

Horse owner and trainer Jim Cramer first identified race horse running styles in 1979, having discovered how beneficial this was to betting. Cramer understood that every horse has a preference for...

The Breeders' Cup races are held each year in the fall to determine which horses are the best of the best. Fourteen special races, which divide horses into specific groups, compete to win their...

The Kentucky Derby, the crown jewel of horse racing, is a fashion showcase. And the parties surrounding the big event require a similar dress code, with the focus, of course, on the hats.

Seattle's horse racing track is called Emerald Downs. It's actually not located in Seattle but in Auburn, about 25 miles south. The track is open for live horse racing from April 18 to Sept. 28...

Successful thoroughbred horse racing requires not only a talented horse but an equally talented rider, or jockey. The way a jockey positions himself atop a horse has a great effect on how well a...

In the world of thoroughbred horse racing, the Breeders' Cup World Championships represents the conclusive event of the season. Held at a different host track every year, the Breeders' Cup...

Horse racing is a popular sport and can be very lucrative for horse owners. Although the process of becoming a racehorse owner is not difficult, it is expensive and requires a large investment of...

The ancient sport of horse racing offers exciting opportunities for skilled handicappers to place bets, win money, and have fun. But there are many variables involved in a race. Weather and track...

If you are visiting the Louisville area, a stop at Churchill Downs is a must. The iconic Twin Spires overlook the track where the Kentucky Derby is run each year. Visit Churchill Downs...

Handicapping horse races is confusing for the beginner. Even the most experienced handicappers can only make an educated guess as to the outcome of a race. But understanding the tools available...

Many times, especially if you are new to Betfair and Horse Race Laying , you want to be bet less than the Betfair minimum bet of £6. Placing a lay bet, i.e. betting the horse to lose at 10-1...

Fancy picking your own horses to win races? Try these simple steps to create your own winning selection system for the price of a newspaper, or even for free.

Once the Belmont has been run to complete the Triple Crown, horse racing begins to refocus on the new crop of two year olds. Races just for these horses are held in order to find the best male and...

As in the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness, I always bet on the horses in the Belmont going off at 15-1 or higher. The Belmont seems to produce many a long shot winner because of the new mix of...

If you want to try your hand at the horse races, knowing how to evaluate handicapping information and other statistics is important to making good horse race bets. Some skilled players use a lot...

After the Kentucky Derby has been run, a few of the best of the three year old horses move on to run in the Preakness at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. This is the second race of the Triple...

The Belmont Stakes is celebrating its 141st running of the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, June 6, 2009. Here's how you can participate in the excitement of the Belmont Stakes 2009.

Rodeo season is coming up next month, here in New Jersey . The Rodeo is one of the oldest sports in the country and one that should never die. Whether you can go to a live show or watch it on...

Are you a beginner who would like a few simple horse racing tips to get you started. Below I have listed five simple tips to point you in the right direction.

The Kentucky Derby betting starts early in the year by allowing people to bet on potential Kentucky Derby contenders in what are called Future Wager Pools. Pool one was held Feb. 12-15, Pool two...

Race horse handicapping at its simplest form is an easy to understand concept. Interestingly, race horse handicapping payouts aren't locked in at the moment a wager is placed the way...

The Dubai World Cup horse races will be held Saturday March 28th at the Nad Al Sheba Race Course in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The best horses in the world will compete in seven races for over...

This is my standard betting method for the Kentucky Derby. I have used it for the last 20 years and have hit some great payoffs. It is always a thrill to win big on the Kentucky Derby and this...

Picking the winner of a horse race is difficult enough so how in the world can anyone explain how to pick the first three finishers of a race? It can be done if you recognize the right...

There’s nothing as exciting as a day at the races! Big crowds, lots of sunlight and fresh air, beautiful horses, and the excitement of each race as those big, powerful animals vie for their place...

Here are some tips for beginners who just want to have some fun at the tracker without gambling away there pension. Keep in mind, in gambling that you do is just that, gambling.

Live thoroughbred racing takes place at large horse-tracks around the world. The horse-track officials determine a set schedule of events every day that races are held. Races can be run on...

Horse racing is a pari-mutuel sport that is contested at race tracks around the world. In the United States the term horse racing most often refers to thoroughbred horses racing each other over a...

The Breeders' Cup isn't an event that a prospective spectator can simply purchase tickets for online or at a box office. In order to get reserved seats for the Breeders' Cup, a buyer must first...

If you don't know much about horse racing, it might seem like a simple spectator sport. To serious bettors it's so much more than a group of horses galloping around an oval track. Serious racing...

Watching and going to the horse races is such an exciting time. Betting on the horse races is even more exciting. The odds of winning a betting is a bit difficult. If you are willing to risk it,...

Going to the horse races is a lot of fun. The atmosphere is great for all ages and the excitement of watching these magnificent creatures is thrilling. When you bet on the horse, it can be even...

Horse racing has been around for years. Some find it a relaxing way to spend an afternoon, some gamble on the races for income. Whatever reason you are betting on a horse race, follow a few simple...

Everyone has a betting system. Some people only bet on horses whose name begins in a vowel, while other buy tickets on horses that have pretty names. Most of them, though, leave the racetrack...

If you are among those who feel like they are throwing their money away each time they visit a racetrack, let me share a betting system used by many successful bettors. Not unlike many betting...

The strategy's you MUST use to becoming a regular winner at the race track. Useful information for both novice and professionals. Five things that are supreme in the domination of the racing market

Thoroughbreds. The very word conjures up glamorous images of flashy racehorses. If you’ve never wagered on a horse race, there are many different methods that you can use. But...

Long known as one of North America’s most picturesque racetracks, Fort Erie, situated on the U.S.-Canada border and just minutes from the Peace Bridge, is the perfect place to spend an...

Horse racing is one of the most exciting sports to watch. The physical beauty and power of the horses is breathtaking and the competition and tension from the race is unbeatable. The only way to...

The Kentucky Derby is one of the greatest spectacles in sports. But quality horse racing can be seen in other venues besides those in Louisville. Take for example the Belmont Stakes at Monmouth...

A trip to the horse track can provide for a wonderful day in the sun. The crowd is usually upbeat, the beverages are reasonably priced, and the nachos are delicious–and that’s just...

In an allowance, a racing secretary drafts conditions that differ from claiming conditions. The allowance race is a step up from a claiming race. For one thing, the horses in the race are not for...

As you move toward a race track infield to watch the horses racing, you'll notice the tote board lit with various numbers in different columns and categories. Read the tote's information to select...

Belmont Park, home of the famous Belmont Stakes is a 430-acre racetrack in Elmont, N.Y. Its spring/summer meeting runs from April 30 to July 20, and its championship meeting goes from Sept. 5 to...

Horse racing is a staple of American culture. The annual racing triumvirate, which makes up the Triple Crown is the pinnacle of horse racing, but scores of local and regional races are out there...

Stakes races represent the best in horse racing. They attract large crowds and the best horses in the thoroughbred industry. Thoroughbred owners could literally win millions if their horse...

Off-Track Betting (OTB) parlors are a popular means for horse racing fans to wager on the sport. There are OTB branches in most states that allow individuals to make a bet on any racetrack in the...

Lucky bettors can make a lot of money by taking weather-related track conditions into account when they place their bets. Rain makes dirt tracks "sloppy," a condition that some horses like, while...

Stabling horses requires some special attention to their needs. Stabling a mare with her foal requires even more alertness. Careful horse owners can follow these steps to safely stable mares with...

Buying a horse is fairly easy (although expensive), and training one to race isn't a problem if you know the right people. But what about a jockey? A horse doesn't mean much without a rider atop...