Horse Racing

How to Bet on the Belmont Stakes Through Go Horse Betting

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You don't have to travel to New York to bet on the Belmont Stakes, the oldest and longest event in horse racing's Triple Crown. By logging on at Go Horse Betting, you can open an account, place a bet seconds before post time and even handicap the ... more »

How to Bet on the Belmont Stakes Through HorseBetting.com

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HorseBetting.com offers online users the opportunity to bet on a variety of horse-racing events, such as the Belmont Stakes, through a relatively easy-to-navigate website. The Belmont Stakes, which is easier to handicap since it occurs relatively ... more »

How to Bet on the Belmont Stakes Through YouBet.com

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YouBet.com is one of the oldest and largest of all the online-betting parlors, boasting hundreds of thousands of members who have wagered billions of dollars over the years. By betting on the Belmont Stakes, the final event of the Triple Crown of ... more »

How to Bet on the St. Leger

By Fin Young, eHow UK

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The St. Leger Stakes is known as “the oldest classic turf race” and was first held back in 1776. It is a flat horse race run in Doncaster for three-year old thoroughbreds. This competition frequently attracts some of the best horses in this ... more »

How to Bet on the Whitbread Gold Cup

By Garry Crystal, eHow UK

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The Whitbread Gold Cup is an annual end of season race held at Sandown Park. It has changed its name a few times over the years since it first ran in 1957. It ran as the Whitbread Gold Cup for 48 years and is now known as the Betfred Gold Cup. ... more »

How to Build a Horse Stable

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If you want to keep a horse on your property, you'll need to house it in a proper stable. Horses aren't like automobiles. They require specific care, and the stable you build needs to be as much of a home for them as your own house is for you. ... more »

How to Buy a Gift for a Horse Racing Fan

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It's easy to buy a gift for a horse racing fan, since there are so many books, DVDs, art and even video games available. By taking the time to know the horse racing fan's favorite tracks, events and animals, you can select a gift that will be ... more »

How to Buy a Retired Racehorse

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You can buy a retired racehorse, and give it a great home for the rest of its life. You may even be saving him it from being sold for slaughter... more »

How to Buy a Share in a Racehorse

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You can own a share of a racehorse without putting all of the money and work into training, feeding and vet bills. Follow these steps to own a share in this popular spectator sport... more »

How to Calculate Odds and Payoffs

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Knowing how odds and payoffs are calculated in betting can help you to better understand wagering strategy. Odds and payoffs can change as more bets are placed, but if you've ever wondered how all those numbers are figured, you need to know a few ... more »

How to Clean out a Stable

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According to myth, Hercules cleaned out the Augean Stables by diverting the course of a river. Us mere mortals have to do it the hard way, however. You need to keep your stable clean in order to ensure the health of your horses. It's rarely a ... more »

How to Collect Kentucky Derby Memorabilia

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If you're a horse racing fan, you know there's no better race than the Kentucky Derby. It's the longest continuously-running sporting event in America. Every May, thousands of people descend on Louisville, Kentucky to attend the prestigious race. ... more »

How to consider Big Brown

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Big Brown, the three-year-old colt who won the 134th running of the Kentucky Derby on May 3, is being considered as racing's next super horse. Though only tested four times, the Richard Dutrow Jr. trained horse will strive for the elusive Triple ... more »

How to Dress for the Racetrack

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Before you head out the door to spend a day at the racetrack, make sure you are dressed appropriately. Most racetracks have specific dress codes for many of the track areas. Learn how to dress for the racetrack with the following steps... more »

How to Enjoy a Day at the Track

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If you know how to enjoy a day at the track you are in for a great time. There are many things to do at a racetrack besides watching the horses run in races. There are usually many restaurants, clubs, bars and sometimes shopping and casinos for ... more »

How to Exercise a Horse in a Stable

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You should always exercise your horse outdoors if possible. Running paddocks and grazing fields provide excellent stimulation and allow them to spend as much time as possible in an open area. Sometimes, however, inclement weather may force you to ... more »

How to Factor Weather Into Horse Racing Bets

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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 others are more comfortable on dry or "fast" ... more »

How to Follow Horse Racing at Churchill Downs Racetracks

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The history of American horse racing is tied intimately with the racetracks at Churchill Downs. Churchill Downs is the home of the vaunted Kentucky Derby as well as daily races that captive crowds of thousands. You need to absorb the history of ... more »

How to Follow Horse Racing at Keeneland Racetracks

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The Keeneland Racetracks run daily competitions among horses in racing-crazy Kentucky. This busy horse track sits in Lexington, surrounded by rolling hills, horse farms and homeowners who are proud to follow local horse racing. You can follow up ... more »

How to Follow Horse Racing at Laurel Racetracks

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Horse racing fans and gamblers in the Washington, D.C. area have frequented Laurel Racetracks for years. The impeccable conditions of the dirt and turf tracks offer running room for some of the world's fastest horses in events like the Laurel ... more »

How to Follow Horse Racing at Los Alamitos Racetracks

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The Los Alamitos Racetracks offer a welcome distraction from the sun, surf and grinding traffic of southern California. The racetracks at Los Alamitos provide races from morning through the evening for people who want to relax while betting on ... more »

How to Follow Horse Racing at Meadowlands Racetracks

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The Meadowlands Racetracks is an established horse racing facility in East Rutherford, New Jersey. These racetracks have been operating since 1976, with notable events like the first million dollar race in U.S. racing history taking place on its ... more »

How to Follow Horse Racing at Monmouth Racetracks

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The Monmouth Racetracks play a significant role during the summer for New Jersey residents looking to blow off some steam. This large track in Oceanport, New Jersey offers daily races, as well as major events like the Hastell Invitational each ... more »

How to Follow Horse Racing at Mountaineer Racetracks

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The Mountaineer Racetracks are located within a resort of the same name in West Virginia. Daily races at Mountaineer are designed for casual gamblers who want to enjoy the outdoors while making a little money on side bets. Your familiarity with ... more »

How to Follow Horse Racing at Santa Anita Racetracks

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The Santa Anita Racetracks cover more than 300 acres of prime property in southern California. Santa Anita combines traditional seating for nearly 30,000 racing enthusiasts with electronic elements that help gamblers follow daily races. You can ... more »

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