Melbourne Cup lead-up form is the strongest indicator of success in the Melbourne Cup. Almost every Melbourne Cup winner over the years has shown progressive form leading up to the Cup. Moreover, Cup winners invariably show an exceptional performance in the race immediately prior to their Cup run. It therefore makes sense for punters to […]
The Melbourne Cup is by far the biggest race on the Australian racing calendar. It is the race that stops the nation and reaches a global audience of millions. It is therefore crucial for every self-respecting individual to find the Melbourne Cup winner. The Cup’s importance on the world stage is unparalleled. Well over 120 countries […]
The days of the betting ring being an integral part of activities on a metropolitan racetrack are long gone. They are now merely a token gesture on the part of raceclubs to entertain those beholden to the past. To stand “on the rails” at Sydney racetracks was an honour bestowed only on the best bookmakers, […]
Futures betting is one of the most popular types of betting on the Melbourne Cup, as it allows punters to bet many months in advance. Bets can be placed well in advance of the field being announced, even before nominations and acceptances are taken. The Melbourne Cup is a fantastic opportunity for betting on these […]
Multi bets are often advertised and spoken about on mainstream sports media. They were first promoted as a novelty bet but now command a healthy percentage of a punter’s overall investment. Little wonder that new types of multi bets are coming from corporate bookmakers at a rapid rate. Multi bets are also used by serious […]
Punters use many obscure betting strategies to find winners in horse racing. The more obscure, the larger the odds and the greater the potential payout. Here are some “proven” strategies to find that elusive winner.
Many punters enjoy a big win but they often go home with an overall loss because they failed to use a staking plan. A staking plan is employed to ensure an overall profitable day at the races. Here we show you how to use a “dutching” staking plan to ensure an overall profit. Dutching is […]
Before it became illegal in some jurisdictions, many corporate bookmakers offered free bets to entice new members to join up. It was a successful strategy that attracted new players who would continue to bet after their free bonuses had inevitably run out. Free bets are now also offered as compensation or insurance when your horse […]
The quadrella is one of a punter’s favourite betting options. To bet the quadrella, you need to pick the winner of 4 nominated races. You can select any number of potential winners in each race.
Even the professional punter can have ups and downs. However, the ability to maintain a long-term vision and not fall into the emotion of short-term fluctuations is critical for sustained success.
5 Steps on starting your own horse racing club
It is a great idea to have your own horse racing club, but to make it a profitable business you need excellent planning. Like running any business, it’s important to know the basics, from knowing your financials to managing staff and resources. Owners of horse racing clubs usually have much knowledge about the sport. They […]
Blackmore a trailblazer for women in horse racing
Everyone always remembers firsts. Over the last decade in the sport of horse racing, there have been plenty of those for female jockeys and women in horse racing. In 2021, Rachael Blackmore rode the winner of the most famous race of all. The Grand National. The hope moving forward is that women’s exploits in the saddle […]
2021 Preakness Stakes Odds – Early line betting
Saturday, May 15th, 2021 is the date of the second leg of the Triple Crown, the 2021 Preakness Stakes. All eyes will be on Medina Spirit to see if he is the real deal or just a one-hit Kentucky Derby-winning wonder. The Bob Baffert trained colt was a 12-1 shot at Churchill Downs nearly two weeks ago. […]
