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Handicapping harness racing is intellectually challenging and potentially profitable. Harness racing is different than thoroughbred racing, and should be handicapped accordingly. When handicapping...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 rack is a man-made gait. Horses are born walking, trotting and cantering or galloping pretty much on their own. However, there are many horses that take to the rack quite naturally. It is...

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...

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...

Horse shows are worldwide events for horses, riders and owners to come together and exhibit their skills in a competitive environment. Larger horse shows can span multiple days to encompass all...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Flat racing is defined as any kind of racing performed on a level track. It differs from racing over jumps or hurdles (generally referred to as steeplechase racing). Different methods are used in...

Any horse jockey will tell you that their profession isn't simply a job: it's a lifestyle that demands passion and commitment every hour of the day. Horse jockeying can be an exhilarating...

Horse lovers dream of becoming jockeys, and the sound of thundering hooves at the start of every race can easily get into your blood. But being a jockey requires a great deal of dedication....

In a horse lay betting system, you actually bet on the horse you think will lose, which increases your odds for success. With this system, you play the role of the bookie, since a bookie only...

The Belmont Stakes is the third and final stop of horse racing's Triple Crown, coming just 5 weeks after the Kentucky Derby and 3 weeks after the Preakness. Held every June in Belmont Park in Long...

A stall acts first and foremost as a place where your horse can sleep. It should be clean, dry and safe for him to bed down in at night. You can help make the stable as comfortable as possible for...

Horses are as individual as human beings. Each one has its own needs, tastes and proclivities which set it apart from the remainder of its species. So too do horse owners have different needs for...

A stable serves as a home for your horse, but it also houses the equipment needed to ride him, to care for him and to keep his living space clean. You need to select equipment that answers the...

Owning and training a Thoroughbred horse is no small investment when it comes to both time and money. In order to make sure you are investing your resources in a prime candidate to become a...

Many horse lovers find that, though they love owning a horse, they are rather lost when it comes to training it. The good news is that anyone can hire a good thoroughbred horse trainer as long as...

The lineage of your Thoroughbred horse is extremely important, and if you plan on mating your horse to another, then you'll need to know that horse's pedigree as well. Luckily, technology has made...

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...

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...

Reading horse racing results is instrumental in handicapping, or predicting the outcome of future races based upon historical data. By examining track and weather conditions, race times, jockey...

In horse racing, handicapping refers to use of statistics and current track conditions to determine the probability of the outcome of each race. By understanding handicapping figures and knowing...

A day at the races is a lot more fun when you leave with more money than you had when you went in. You can improve your chances of winning by applying some basic, quick and fun handicapping....

Handicapping a horse race involves putting together all of the information about the race and using that information to win money on the bets that you place. Some people take years to hone their...

When a racehorse is winning at the track it seems as if its owners and trainers treat is like a precious object. Sadly, the truth is that many racehorses are maltreated and abused in order to get...

A day at the track can be filled with the huge pay of victory or the bitter taste of defeat depending on where you place your bets. So if you love playing the ponies and are inclined to make a bet...

Horse racing has grown in popularity in recent years and going to the track is a great way to spend the day. If you've placed the standard "win, place or show" bets, maybe it's time to try...

Horse racing is an exciting sport. The moment the horses burst out of the gate, the excitement intensifies as they fight for position and make the final turn to the finish line. You can lay a...