Spectator Sports

After Thanksgiving and before Christmas, there seems to be some super big long shots come in at almost every race track in the country. Why? I say someone is giivng the jockeys and barn workers...

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 pennant refers to baseball's division winners and the champions of the two leagues--American and National--that constitute Major League Baseball. Though overshadowed by the World Series, they...

NASCAR racing came of age in the early 1990's. The sport started to reach out to new audiences, and different sponsors came on board. Whether you like Jeff Gordon, or love to dislike him, the...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Grade A greyhound races have the best dogs at the track squaring off against each other. From a handicapper’s view, the dogs in Grade A are the ones who show the best form on a regular...

Maiden races are probably the most difficult greyhound events to handicap for several reasons. The lack of experience of the young dogs, since maidens are puppies that have yet to win a race,...

Many people have more than one greyhound track that they like to play the dogs at. Often these tracks are running simultaneously, making playing more than one a perplexing and difficult...

Handicappers of greyhound races use many variables to pick the dog they will wager on. One of those is the time the dog runs the race in. Each program has at least six races listed for each of the...

660-yard greyhound races, also called routes or 3/8ths of a mile races, are a test of speed and stamina. There are probably two or three of these distance races on each program at most dog tracks,...

NASCAR is taking America by storm as one of the country’s premier spectator sports. Every year millions flock to the track to watch the high speeds and daring action NASCAR drivers pull...

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...

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...

The Woodbine Racetracks have been operating in Rexland, Ontario since 1881. The twenty-first century has witnessed updates in the racetracks, including modern facilities, gaming and electronic...

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...

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...

One of the joys of horse racing is experiencing an environment where normal social rules are relaxed. The micro-culture within a racing event allows people from different classes and backgrounds...

With the advent of bet tracking software, online horse racing blogs and computerized handicapping programs, it makes sense that many horse racing fans are now watching the events live on the...

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....

When you think Formula 1, don't think about stock cars going around in a circle. Formula 1 cars are extremely aerodynamic. Teams spend millions of dollars every year just on improving the...

If you love the rush the track gives you while watching horse racing, try betting on a race. A long shot bet that carries a huge payout is called a "win-3" bet. Pick the winners of three races in...

Horse racing combines the beauty of animals displaying a rare grace with the biting edge of sport. There is never a dull moment as the horses burst out of the gate, go down the back stretch and...

The daily double is a time-honored tradition at the racetrack. It involves selecting the winners of the first and second races, although some tracks do offer daily double bets on races throughout...

If you are a sports car racing fan and are looking for a different race to follow, consider following the FIA GT Championship. The Federation Internationale de l'Automible or FIA, is a...

Whether you are a just a fan or like to frequent the track, following horse racing news will help you develop a better understanding of this exciting sport. If you want to stay on top of the horse...

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,...

There are many different types of bets to place on a horse race. Some are easier than others for beginners. Odds are what determine how much a winning bet pays. The odds change as the race start...

Dog sled racing is an exciting winter sport, especially for the participants. But how can a spectator get involved? Follow these steps to find about race events, what to do when you get there and...

Watching old or classic Formula One races is a great way to appreciate the rich history of Grand Prix racing. Whether you choose to watch videos, television programs or footage from online...

Formula One Racing, considered the highest level of auto racing by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), consists of Grand Prix races that are held all over the world. When you buy...

The idea of becoming a NASCAR mechanic is a dream come true for young fans all across the country. After years of watching the races on TV or in person, nothing seems as exciting as working on the...

If you've been a NASCAR fan for any length of time, you probably have some old races categorized in your mind as personal favorites. From time to time, you may get a hankering to watch these old...

It’s been the centre of horse racing in Ireland since the 18th century, and the Curragh Racecourse is still one of the country’s top sporting venues. From March to October every year, the Curragh...

Seeing a Formula One race is one of the most entertaining and exciting spectacles in world sport. The races take place in many of the most beautiful and exotic countries in the world, drawing huge...

The Formula One Grand Prix is one of the most exciting competitions in the world of motorsport. This world championship season is composed of races held in countries across the world. Two...

Although nothing beats the excitement of attending a horse race in person, you can also watch races from the comfort of your own home on television or from a computer screen. You can even place...

For those who enjoy watching the races, or enjoy following a particular horse throughout the season, the horseracing calendar is an important tool. Follow these steps to stay aware of what's...