Category: Punting Advice
Horse racing is an exciting sport to watch, and even more thrilling to participate in. There are many different types of horse races, from the Kentucky Derby to a simple race at your local track. No matter what kind of race it is, horse racing is always full of excitement. You never know who is […]
Australian Guineas Day at Flemington and Chipping Norton Stakes Day at Randwick on 27th Feb 2021, were rife with upsets, boilers and blowouts. While most of us punters were left beaten and forlorn, some smart punters were busy counting their mountains of cash. What did they know that others didn’t? What can we learn from […]
Betting for the win or the place is the simplest way to bet on horse racing. When you bet for the win, your horse must be the first to cross the finish line. Betting a horse for the place on the other hand, the horse can finish in first, second or third position. This sounds […]
The market is flooded with straight-forward, easy-to-use strategies for a successful life on the punt. Don’t fall for that stuff, even though most people do. The way to a successful life on the punt is to find an edge. The path that is less travelled but provides the advantage necessary to beat the market. Max […]
There are so many ways to bet on horse racing that the novice punter can feel a little overwhelmed. Some bet types are relatively low risk but unfortunately only pay a small dividend. Other bet types show massive returns but what is the likelihood of landing them? The novice punter is faced with the question; […]
Track bias can offer great assistance to the serious punter. Understanding the nature and origin of track bias allows the punter to gain more confidence in the assessment of race form. Some horses are ruled out of contention by track bias whereas others gain significant advantage. However, it is important to identify the bias and […]
You’ve come across many articles in the media telling you countless reasons why you should stop punting on horse racing. There are so many negative stereotypes. It makes you feel guilty about continuing with your favourite past-time activity. But have you wondered why people still bet the horses, and why new ways to bet keep […]
Access to the best free horse racing tips is critical for the punter to ensure a successful day. Even if the luck doesn’t flow in the right direction, at least the punter knows that his decisions are based on informed and qualified advice. But how do you find the right advice? Punters typically search the […]
A barnstorming finish by Super Seth in the Caulfield Guineas capped off a red-letter day for villagebet’s free racing tips. Super Seth was the “Weekend Special” on Villagebet’s Racing Tips and Best Bets page on the Saturday morning. Super Seth was also top selection for the Guineas in our historical form analysis feature, published every […]
Have you ever wondered why people are betting on horse racing? What drives them to risk their hard-earned money on the outcome of a bunch of horses running around a track? There is so much that can go wrong and often does. To the indifferent observer, the concept seems ridiculous. To make matters worse, there […]
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 […]
Place betting is a popular way of securing long-term profitability in horse racing. The odds are far less but the chances of finishing in the first three are greater. With the right planning, the punter can make significant profits over a long period of time. Place betting is not only for the ladies Betting for […]
A punter experiences all the ups and downs, heartache and ecstasy, unparalleled thrills and life-sapping disappointment that life has to offer. Hence, punters have developed their own horse racing vernacular to describe the frustration and pain of risking and often losing their hard-earned. The punters verse of lamentation and anguish has been developed over the […]
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. […]
