{"id":20937,"date":"2020-03-09T11:56:41","date_gmt":"2020-03-09T16:56:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/blog\/?p=20937"},"modified":"2020-11-04T07:20:18","modified_gmt":"2020-11-04T13:20:18","slug":"how-to-bet-on-a-live-horse-race","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/blog\/how-to-bet-on-a-live-horse-race\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Bet on a Live Horse Race"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
There is nothing quite like betting on a live horse race and yet newbies out there could do with a leg up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The thrill of seeing a horse you bet on pass the post first and win is massive, especially if you have gambled on it. Everyone has to start somewhere with it, though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is our step-by-step guide for beginners on how you bet on live horse races.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Buy a Daily Racing Form\/Pro Racecard<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All racetracks will provide bettors with information relating to that day\u2019s horse racing. Programs are available on course for just $\/\u00a33 or $\/\u00a34 and contain general information about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The types of horse racing events on the track that day<\/li>
Lists of horses that are entered in each of the races<\/li>
If any races are handicaps, what the designated weights that horses carry are<\/li>
The jockeys booked to ride the horses<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
You should know that events as advertised in the program are subject to change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, if a jockey were to get injured falling off a horse in one race, they may not be passed fit by medical staff to continue their book of rides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If something like that happens, then a replacement jockey will be called up. Racetracks are duty bound to inform racegoers of a jockey change or if a horse is withdrawn from a race. They usually do this over public address systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Daily Racing Form guides are also available at racetracks, again costing $\/\u00a33 or $\/\u00a34. Often abbreviated to DRFs, these offer even more detailed information relating to horses\u2019 past performances. They are known as Pro Racecards in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having a horse\u2019s previous form to hand when deciding whether to bet on it for a race is important. You need to gain as much knowledge about the events before betting on live horse races.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Find Out What the Experts Think<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s also well worth checking what tipsters in local, regional and national press fancy. Online research can help you here but be warned: there are many so-called \u201cexperts\u201d on the internet.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
With newspapers, you are reading the opinions of people who are providing this service for a wide audience. Tipsters aren\u2019t right all of the time, but the best ones are correct with their picks more often than not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If many different sources agree or point to a certain horse, then it is likely to be a fancied runner. Alternatively, if expert opinion is divided, then the event may be a very competitive horse race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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You don\u2019t have to follow what tipsters put forward for live horse races, but it is useful to know as a starting point. Ask yourself why do experts fancy a particular horse?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The answer will probably lie in studying the DRF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A comment about a horse\u2019s previous performance may suggest it will improve for that last run. Alternatively, the fact that it beat better horses before than the opposition here may explain it all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Choose Which Horse to Bet on<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Once you have studied the form, then considered what pro tipsters in the press and racing publications like and why, it\u2019s time to decide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can follow experts, draw your own conclusions or let the betting market be your guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When looking at form, consider the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Are horses that are undefeated progressive and special talents, or have they just been winning easy races?<\/li>
Is there an excuse for a beaten horse losing its last race?<\/li>
Could an inexperienced horse improve for its last run?<\/li>
Are there any doubts about a horse in this event? Are the conditions, distance or going in their favor or not?<\/li>
How has the jockey on board been riding lately? Are they in-form?<\/li>
Has the stable that a horse hails from been sending out other winners?<\/li>
If the race is a handicap, then is the horse higher or lower in the weights than when last in action?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The fewer concerns you have when posing and answering these questions about a horse, the better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once you have analyzed these things, you should have a good idea about the form. Making an informed choice allows you to bet with confidence.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 4: Understand How Betting Odds Work<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s now time to check the live horse race betting on the upcoming event. Are the odds in your favor? If you\u2019re a total beginner, you should read our sports betting odds guide<\/a> first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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