horse racing
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I previously unveiled the 10 golden rules for horse‐race handicapping. Today, I’ll conclude this series by revealing the general formulas behind the system that works for me. First, pace. Picture the thunder of hooves as horses burst from the gate—their early fractions define the race’s rhythm. I start by collecting each runner’s early‐pace figure and
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In my previous tale of wisdom—or whatever you want to call it—I promised to spill the beans on how to hit it big in Thoroughbred horse race betting. The first juicy tidbit I shared was the art of not betting on every single race like a hyper squirrel on caffeine, but rather being as picky
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At age 73, I had a near heat stroke at an outside family event a couple days ago. Suddenly my head was pounding, my heart rate jumped well beyond the norm, my own voice echoed in my ears every time I tried to speak and my blood pressure spiked. Of course, I joked with those
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Ah, we’ve galloped headlong into the Triple Crown Season, folks! Sovereignty strutted his stuff and nabbed the Derby, while Journalism, bless his clumsy hooves, managed to overcome an obstacle course worthy of a circus act to snag the Preakness. I had Journalism pegged as the top dog—er, horse—in both races, and despite his penchant for
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Last night at dinner, friends were asking about horse racing, so on this bright and bustling Preakness Day in 2025, I found myself deep in thought, reflecting on the current state of horse racing in America. Once upon a time, I viewed racing through a lens of romanticism, never daring to imagine myself doing anything
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Horse racing is a game of numbers, where every dollar bet at the racetrack only returns about 80 cents to winning bettors. This $20 difference, known as the track take, has contributed to the decline in consumer interest over the years. In comparison to other forms of gambling, a 20% take is considered too high.
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On a bright afternoon many years ago, I gathered with a small group of individuals involved in the horse racing industry in my state. The scent of freshly cut grass and hay filled the air as we sat around a large table, discussing the current state of affairs. We were facing some challenges, but there
Old Man Pondering 