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Picking Winners

Author : Andrew Beyer

Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Page : 246 pages

File Size : 23,3 MB

Release : 1994

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9780395701324

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Book Description

A classic guide to handicap strategies in the field of thoroughbred racing Just as football evolved with the introduction of the forward pass and basketball with the development of the jump shot, so too was handicapping forever changed by the use of speed figures--and it all started with Andrew Beyer. With a foreword discussing the changes that have swept horse racing since the book's original publication in 1975, Picking Winners is essential reading both for serious horseplayers and curious amateurs.



Betting on Horse Racing For Dummies

Author : Richard Eng

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 8 pages

File Size : 27,15 MB

Release : 2010-03-11

Category : Games & Activities

ISBN : 1118054466

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How to enjoy a day at the races-and bet to win! The last two years have seen a record number of Americans tune in for climatic Triple Crown races featuring Smarty Jones and Funny Cide; in 2004, television viewership jumped a whopping 61 percent over the record set in 2003, and the Belmont Stakes race itself drew a record crowd of more than 120,000! This easy-to-understand guide shows first-time visitors to the track how to enjoy the sport of horse racing-and make smart bets. It explains: what goes on at the track what to look for in horses and jockeys how to read a racing form and do simple handicapping how to manage betting funds and make wagers that stand a good chance of paying off. Complete with coverage of off-track and online betting, it's just what anyone needs to play the ponies-and win! Richard Eng (Las Vegas, NV) is a racing writer and handicapper for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, a columnist for the Daily Racing Form, and the host of a horseracing radio program in Las Vegas. He was formerly a part of the ABC Sports team that covered the Triple Crown.



Betting on Horse Racing For Dummies

Author : Richard Eng

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 391 pages

File Size : 36,73 MB

Release : 2022-11-21

Category : Games & Activities

ISBN : 1119909155

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Betting on Horse Racing For Dummies is packed with information that teaches you the ins and outs of the racetrack. You’ll learn how to improve your odds, avoid common betting mistakes, and just plain have fun at the races. This is a spectator’s easy-to-understand guide, so you’ll have no trouble identifying the racing breeds with their strengths and weaknesses, sizing up the jockey, understanding the importance and role of a trainer, placing bets, managing money, and beyond. Can’t make it to the track? No worries! You’ll get the scoop on online betting with off track betting sites and apps. This update covers the latest changes in the betting world and in the racing world, so you’ll know just what you’re wagering. Learn about the different types of horse racing Discover and identify the best racing breeds Know your jockeys and trainers Make smart wagers and manage your funds For beginning betters, Betting on Horse Racing For Dummies is your ticket to well informed wagers and a winning edge. Already know the ropes? You’ll love the market trends and insider tips you’ll find inside.



Efficiency of Racetrack Betting Markets

Author : Donald B. Hausch

Publisher : World Scientific

Page : 679 pages

File Size : 43,3 MB

Release : 2008

Category : Games & Activities

ISBN : 9812819193

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Book Description

A reprint of one of the classic volumes on racetrack efficiency, this book is the only one in its field that deals with the racetrack betting market in-depth, containing all the important historical papers on racetrack efficiency. As evidenced by the collection of articles, the understanding of racetrack betting is clearly drawn from, and has correspondingly returned something to, all the fields of psychology, economics, finance, statistics, mathematics and management science.



47 Horse Racing Betting Systems

Author : Rob Rowe

Publisher :

Page : 157 pages

File Size : 40,88 MB

Release : 2019-07-11

Category :

ISBN : 9781075909436

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Book Description

How does someone with LIMITED interest in horse racing devise a solid strategy to beat the bookies?By learning about all the key factors you need to consider in order to make an informed bet and then using this information to devise a betting system (or 47 of them!).If you're the kind of person who;- Likes to trawl through the stats to make an informed bet.- Enjoys the challenge of creating a betting system to beat the bookies.- Takes a methodical approach where emotional decision making is minimised.This book could well be the perfect fit for you!Inside you'll find 47 easy-to-follow horse racing betting strategies that you can deploy instantly.That's not all though, you'll also learn about...- The different staking plans you can adopt and how to utilise them.- The cognitive bias you need to fight against in order to make smart betting decisions.- The key factors you should consider before placing a bet.Whether you're new to betting or a veteran there's sure to be a nugget or two in this book for you.



Betting Thoroughbreds for the 21st Century

Author : Steven Davidowitz

Publisher : Daily Racing Form

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 11,94 MB

Release : 2009

Category : Horse racing

ISBN : 9781932910704

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Book Description

A guide for horseplayers and fans that provides tips on how to bet on thoroughbreds, watch and review races like a professional, pick up on race conditions, and understand speed figures and pace concepts; and also features track-bias profiles for twenty-one North American tracks.



The Definitive Guide to Betting on Horses

Author : Nick Pulford

Publisher : Raceform

Page : 208 pages

File Size : 17,94 MB

Release : 2011-09-01

Category : Horse racing

ISBN : 9781905156962

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Book Description

Looks at horserace betting. This title includes: the winning approach to betting on the Classics and the big festivals by Pricewise; the types of races and horses that are best for betting by The Racing Post handicappers, consistently the most successful tipping team; and, how to spot a potential winner by a senior Racing Post race-reader.



Betting on Myself

Author : Steven Crist

Publisher : Daily Racing Form

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 34,94 MB

Release : 2003

Category : Daily racing form

ISBN : 9780972640107

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Book Description

Whether you're a casual fan tuning in to the Kentucky Derby or a dedicated horseplayer trying to turn a profit, says the author, racing and betting today are completely different than they were in the days of Seabiscuit and Secretariat. The author has been at the forefront of many of these changes and in this long-awaited memoir, he chronicles his unique adventures in racing journalism, politics, high finance and, closest to his heart, betting on horses.



Beyer on Speed

Author : Andrew Beyer

Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Page : 258 pages

File Size : 15,31 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9780618871728

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Book Description

Written in Beyer's clean, rapid-fire prose, this book explains how to relate speed figures to such factors as pace, track bias, and track conditions. It discusses exotic wagers such as the pick six and reveals optimal uses of the figures based on computer analysis of more than 10,000 races. Blending colorful anecdotes, it presents a revolutionary way to play the horses.



The Complete Idiot's Guide to Betting on Horses

Author : Sharon B. Smith

Publisher :

Page : 268 pages

File Size : 22,78 MB

Release : 1998

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 9780876053287

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Book Description

Examines the history of horse racing, the three racing breeds and their characteristics, the roles of the trainers, jockeys, drivers, and track officials, the different courses and racetracks, and betting, odds, and bookmaking