While horse racing rules can change and are usually determined by a country- or state-specific governing body, the modern sport of horse racing and the rules that govern it all have their roots in England. Were it not for the Jockey Club, horse racing would be nothing like what it is today. The members of […]

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It is not possible for a horseplayer to avoid the occasional betting loss. That is simply a part of horse racing, and the experienced bettor will know not to let it affect his performance. A novice bettor can make his situation worse by trying to make up for a loss with aggressive and unnecessary betting […]

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Many fans of horse racing dream of one day being able to manage their own stable of prize-winning horses. When you feel the pride of ownership and the glory of victory, those feelings have a powerful and enduring attraction. Unfortunately, top horses have values in the millions of dollars, making the ownership of a stable […]

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Horse racing handicapping is the challenging task of predicting the the likelihood that a particular horse will win a race. It is the basis for the payout ratios offered on horse races. To handicap a horse, there are two main sources of information that the handicapper relies on–the past performance record of a horse, and […]

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In your quest to become a successful horse racing bettor, it is often helpful to use additional sources of information to complement the reports and betting strategies available at Full Card Reports. Although some people rely exclusively on fullcardreports.com, if you have extra time, there are ways to gain by exploring outside information. The coverage […]

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The sport of barrel racing has a special place in the equine world. It requires demanding training both for the horse and the jockey, who must be able to deftly guide his or her horse through a series of tight turns. A barrel racing horse, in order to be up to the challenge, must have […]

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Saratoga was the first official venue for horse racing in the United States, and according to many, is still the best. Whatever your opinion about the relative merits of the Saratoga Springs racing track, there is no denying that all other thoroughbred horse racing tracks owe their existence to it. Founded in 1864, it recently […]

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Representing the best that is available, Del Mar horse racing simply cannot be beat. The action happens “where the surf meets the turf at old Del Mar.” Indeed, the Del Mar track has an interesting history with a Hollywood twist to it. It was founded in 1937 by Bing Crosby and Pat O’Brien, with Paramount […]

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To a novice, the the bewildering array of the various types of available horse racing bets can make it seem even more difficult to bet effectively. In horse racing, betting is not a simple act–it’s not simply a question of just picking a winning horse. There are several other ways to win significant amounts of […]

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There are few things as exciting and thrilling as live horse racing. In the United States and abroad, modern tracks and expansive facilities draw tens of thousands of spectators to premier events. A few of the most famous live horse races, such as the Kentucky Derby and the other two components of the so called […]

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