| Horse racing can be fun, thrilling and exciting as well as | | | | horse is coming up in class. While this can sometimes |
| profitable if you know a few insider strategies that can | | | | lead to choosing a winner, that is not always the case. |
| help you to win. | | | | The main thing to look for is to determine whether the |
| 1. First, always make sure that you analyze the history | | | | horse has raced within the same class recently. If the |
| of the horses previous performances when placing | | | | horse has raced within the same class and come out |
| bets. Many experts have found that it can be more | | | | on top, this could be a horse that is ready to keep on |
| profitable to look for those horses that have the | | | | the same winning streak. |
| highest speed ratings. Generally, the higher the horses | | | | 4. When possible, try to make sure you know the |
| speed rating the more consistent the horse will be in | | | | condition of the track on race day. In the event that |
| winning. This is particularly true when it comes to sprint | | | | the track will be muddy or sloppy in some other way, |
| races, so make sure you pay attention to this. | | | | look for horses that prefer taking a front lead. When |
| 2. Always make sure that you take into consideration | | | | the track is muddy, horses that like to take the early |
| the consistency of the horses' prior races as well. | | | | lead will generally have better chances of winning. |
| Avoid betting on any horses that have not raced within | | | | 5. Finally, remember that just because a horse lost their |
| the last month or so. Look for horses that have placed | | | | last race that does not mean that you should not |
| with the top three finishes during their last few races. | | | | consider them, especially if they were a favorite. The |
| This is usually a good indication that the horse will be in | | | | horse could still be in good shape and actually have a |
| good shape and will have an increased chance of | | | | good chance of winning an upcoming race. Be sure to |
| winning an upcoming race. | | | | check the odds, especially on the morning of the race, |
| 3. Class is also important when it comes to picking | | | | to determine whether this may be a horse that you |
| winners as well. Look specifically to see whether the | | | | want to place your money on. |