Discussions around betting can get quite mathematical and delve into statistical realms only understandable by punters who think deeply about maths and probabilities.
Cometh the sunshine! With the onset of warmer weather, the transition of racetrack ratings from heavy to soft brings great value for punters. Poetic piece The winter is cold and wet. Heavy tracks wreak havoc on form. Punters are exasperated. However, hold fast as Spring is nigh. The sun rises from its slumber. Spring warms […]
It’s an old but important adage. Don’t chase your losses. If you’ve been having a bad day, don’t bet up big in the last race to attempt to recoup some of your losses. You’ll end up in an even bigger hole.
A sure thing is something 100% guaranteed. No questions asked, no strings attached, no guilt. A sure thing is handed to you on a plate, ready for the taking. Is there such a thing in horse racing? A sure thing in horse racing is a bet that has next to no possibility of losing. You […]
Short priced favourites like Black Caviar and Winx are truly amazing thoroughbreds and it’s a privilege to watch them dominate race, after race, after race. When there’s a standout performer, huge amounts of money are invested individually by professional punters. The aim is to increase their financial holdings by a small but significant percentage. Winning […]
An understanding of track ratings is an essential element in the tool box of the serious punter. In particular, the way that form is affected by the amount of moisture in the ground. Heavy tracks undoubtedly narrow down the number of possible chances in a race as some horses are unable to perform in it. […]
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. […]
