16 January 2008

Horse Race Handicapping College - Horse Racing Speed Defined


Kentucky Derby countdown:

107 days until May 3rd and the 134th Kentucky Derby

Almost 35 years ago, horse racing speed was forever defined.

Enjoy this short video, as Secretariat shows the horse racing world, with attitude, how to win a horse race.



Horse racing handicapping and wagering, although a legal form of gambling, does not guarantee that the risk of losing your money has been eliminated.

Fact: Only 2% of all horse race handicappers actually make money wagering.

Visit http://www.HorseRaceHandicappingCollege.com for more information.


Horse Race Handicapping College - Thoroughbred Horse Racing Tips - Been There Done That.


Thoroughbred Horse Racing Tips - Been There Done That.


The best horse racing tip is from those who have been there and done it. Simply put, these are the people who have bet on horse racing for a long time and have tried all the possibilities involved in this game. Professional horse racing handicappers are a source of this expertise.

These same people are also the ones who have come to realize that by following some of the general tips in horse racing, they have more chances of winning rather than losing. Fact: Only 2% of all horse race handicappers actually make money wagering.

6 General tips that all successful thoroughbred horse racing handicappers use.

1. Analyze/Check out all the horses that are involved in a particular horse race.

The most common mistake among bettors is that they tend to focus on the horse they are betting and ignore all others. It is not wrong to play favorites since you are putting on money on them. What is wrong is that you are not looking at the potential that might be in other horses, often referred to as value.

2. Observe as many horse racing events as possible.

Watching as many horse racing events will prepare you for the real thing where there is real money involved. As a first timer, you will get a lot of pointers by being an onlooker first. Professional athletes watch game film of previous games, professional thoroughbred horse handicappers observe video of previous horse races. In other words, you need to be a student of the game, if you want professional results.

By observing race events, either live or video recordings, then you will get additional knowledge about how the race is run and how the horses are performing. By the time you are ready to bet on a horse, you will have an idea about some of the factors that will have an effect on the outcome of the race. This way, you can come up with a sound decision when the time has come for you to place on your bet. I am sure that you would agree that preparation and education makes more sense than rushing to the 'window' to place a wager on the favorite.

3. Choose the better class horse.

No matter how you look at it, the best class will always have the potential of winning that particular race. Horse racing is about the horse that is trained and conditioned to win different races. Fact: Most of them are born to race.

It is best to check out which horse is of better class. You can tell this by the form and the easy and expert way is to observe how the horse is moving about in the racetrack. With practice, you will be able to spot a winner vs a contender.

4. Think just like a bookmaker.

A bookmaker is one that compiles all the necessary information to serve as a basis later on. They make their own forecast based on events and other factors that will prove relevant in the outcome of the race. Contrary to what some may think, they are not the only ones who can analyze the entries in a race and pre-determine the forecasted outcome.

Read more about horse racing. You can get useful information from television, magazines and newspapers. Analyze what these sources are saying and look for ways how they will work in your favor. Always be alert to what may be the missing link to your own horse race handicapping expertise.

5. Past horse race history.

Be on the lookout for horses that have achieved a sudden shift in the way they are performing. There may be those who have previously lost and then started winning. Watch out for this trend, as these are the horses that are worth monitoring and betting on.

Disregard past racing history and consider the way the horse is performing at the moment. If there are a series of wins in its name, then that is a horse that will be worth your consideration if you are looking for the best value, and a wager that can have a very handsome return.

6. A certain horse for a certain race.

You can't always tell if the horse is the perfect one for the race. It is not every time that only one horse will win every race. There are cases wherein there is horse for a specified event. You can distinguish this by the racetrack they are running and other outside factors that will affect their performance.

By simply following these thoroughbred horse racing tips you are not guaranteed that you will have placed the winning wager, but you can be assured that you are not wasting your hard-earned money on placing random bets.

Horse racing handicapping and wagering, although a legal form of gambling, does not guarantee that the risk of losing your money has been eliminated.

Fact: Only 2% of all horse race handicappers actually make money wagering.

Visit http://www.HorseRaceHandicappingCollege.com for more information.


15 January 2008

Horse Race Handicapping College - Various Forms of Thoroughbred Horse Racing.


Various Forms of Thoroughbred Horse Racing


Thoroughbred horse racing is the most popular form of horse racing the whole world. It is so popular that some people do not know of any other form of horse racing. Thoroughbred horse racing is also well known as the “sport of kings”. Usually, a thoroughbred horse owner would hire a trainer to condition the horse for only one type of race. This is because a good trainer knows that there is a best training regimen for every type of race that they plan to enter the horse. The owner may also opt to enter the horse in races that are somewhat similar to what it is in training for.

Now that is the logical part of the game. But you have to know and understand that thoroughbred horse racing comes in various forms. Here are some of them:

1) Maiden races – this type of thoroughbred horse racing pits untested horses against each other. This event is the debut of all the race horses scheduled to run in that race. Some people find this type of thoroughbred horse racing more exciting because of the fact that all of the horses involved are untried. The maiden race often determines the whole career of a race horse. This event will show the world just what a race horse is capable of. Although exciting to watch, maiden horse races are very difficult to handicap and probably should be avoided, unless you have some "play money" that you want to wager.

Often, thoroughbreds of varying ages participate in maiden races. In this type of thoroughbred horse racing, the horses carry similar weights in order to even the odds. There are also no handicapped penalties involved in this type of thoroughbred horse racing.

2) Allowance racing – this type of thoroughbred horse racing involves horses which have already participated in a maiden race but are not yet ready for the grand stakes race. Usually, this type of thoroughbred horse racing involves running for a purse that is slightly above the purse involved in maiden races. Some horse owners use these races to actually train their horses.

3) Grand stakes racing – this type of thoroughbred horse racing is the most popular with people since it often involves a lot of cash and the payouts can be huge. People who go to this type of thoroughbred horse racing, and or view online, do so in order to bet their cash on their favorite horse. The “grand stakes” in this race refer not only to the money involved but also the reputation of the horse. A grand stakes race winner usually goes on to become a celebrity among horses.

The dreams of countless people are also at stake in this type of thoroughbred horse racing. This is because betting in this type of thoroughbred horse racing can cost a lot. People pin their hopes and dreams on one horse. This is the reason why this thoroughbred horse racing remains to be supported by people all over the world today. I would also stay away from this type of horse racing, unless you have some "play money" that you can afford to lose.

4) Handicap race – this type of thoroughbred horse racing is, theoretically, the most even of all races. This is because all of the horses participating in such an event have been appropriately handicapped according to their performance in other races. More people bet at this type of thoroughbred horse racing because all of the odds are even. Theoretically, any horse can win in a handicap race.

The skills of even the best horse race handicapper will always be tested. The key here is that the one's who have a solid wagering plan and adhere to sound money management discipline, are the ones who consistently cash winning tickets.

Although the popularity of thoroughbred horse racing can be directly related to the potential cash rewards, there are those people who also see it as a test of spirit. There are horses which have the potential to be the best. However, if that horse did not have the will to win, then the potential would forever be useless. Thoroughbred horse racing is not just a game, it is a reflection of life.

Horse racing handicapping and wagering, although a legal form of gambling, does not guarantee that the risk of losing your money has been eliminated.

Fact: Only 2% of all horse race handicappers actually make money wagering.

Visit http://www.HorseRaceHandicappingCollege.com for more information.

14 January 2008

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Horse Race Handicapping College - Horse Race Handicapping and Horse Racing Videos


Horse Race Handicapping and Horse Racing Videos


Horse racing has got to be one of the oldest sports in history. Although technology has continued to produce various vehicles that may be raced, horse racing still has strong supporters all over the world. In fact, when you look at the state of the internet today, you will find that a lot of people are actually searching for horse racing videos. Why search for horse racing videos?

Here are some reasons why players are searching for horse racing videos on the internet:

1) Technique – many people watch horse racing videos in order to refine their horse race handicapping technique. Now, we all know that horse racing today exists mainly for gambling. Yes, some people could reason out that watching horses run around in circles can be exciting but the fact is, it is made more exciting by the prospect of getting your hands on some cold hard cash and the fact that wagering on a horse race is the only legal form of online gambling in the USA.

Many people watch horse racing videos in order to refine their horse handicapping techniques in either horse racing or gambling. Some watch horse racing videos in order to observe which horses or jockeys can help them get their hands on some money. They observe horse racing videos in order to perfect the technique of gambling. Hey, we all know that gambling is often governed by luck, but when you integrate a solid horse handicapping plan, you could maybe categorize gambling a science.

Some jockeys also watch horse racing videos in order to strategize their races. (Most professional athletes watch 'game film'.) The jockeys are trying to improve their techniques in order to gain the advantage in a race. You see, horse racing is not just about speed, it is also about finesse. A jockey needs to be able to plan out his or her passes while riding at breakneck speeds. Improving these techniques, of course, will help jockeys win. By watching horse racing videos, they can observe their old mistakes and make improvements. They are also able to observe their opponents and study their techniques. Through this, they can find a way to neutralize their opponents’ techniques and keep the advantage.

2) Entertainment – of course, there are people who just experience a thrill when they watch horse racing videos. They watch horse racing videos in order to see just how far a man and animal could push themselves and work together in order to achieve a single objective. People admire the way that a man could control such a powerful animal in order to win a race. Tell me - who doesn't like to watch a horse race?

People who watch horse racing videos do so because they want to be entertained. Sometimes, those who go to the track do not really find the show to be very entertaining. They come hoping to witness a battle of prowess between gladiators and they leave when they realize that all they can see are the heads and hands of people who are leaping because they just won the jackpot. Winning can be terrific… unless you’re just a spectator. To play the game, you need to acquire knowledge about horse racing. Although to be a consistent winner, then an education on the nuances of horse handicapping needs to be acquired.

3) Passion – some people just watch horse racing videos because for them, racing is a passion. These people enjoy a good horse racing video no matter how many times they have already watched it. They go “oooh” and “aah” at the various sights of horse racing. They analyze every second of the horse racing video and talk about how the winner raced his or her way to victory.

I have placed a few historical videos on this blog. They can be found by searching the archives of last year. I will start to integrate them into future posts, as the entertainment and educational value is priceless.

Speaking of horse racing videos: Here is one of my favorites - "and down the stretch" - Pat Day has a Great Day at The Belmont in 1989.



Horse racing handicapping and wagering, although a legal form of gambling, does not guarantee that the risk of losing your money has been eliminated.

Fact: Only 2% of all horse race handicappers actually make money wagering.

Visit http://www.HorseRaceHandicappingCollege.com for more information.