The track's drying out process continues, and some flying dust is evident. The base is still soft, but surface drying is evident. Times are somewhat slower, and running tires the horses more.Ī track surface that has begun to dry out. The base is still solid, but the surface water is evident.Ī track whose base has been permeated by moisture. exacta or daily double) using a single 'key' horse with the balance of the field (in the case of an exacta) or all the horses in the other race (in the case of a daily double)Ī track that is completely dry and at optimal efficiency.Ī track that continues to accumulate moisture during or immediately after a heavy rain, which begins to seep into the base. The total amount of money wagered on any one type of wager (win, show, exacta pools, etc.)Īn electronic board displaying approximate odds, amount wagered, track condition, post time, time of day, results of race, running time and payoff prices. The wagering format which allows each player to compete against the other players ('among ourselves') rather than against the track.Ī wagering technique whereby the bettor reinvests the proceeds from a wager in one race into another race or races. Odds that are less than even money ($1 to $1) The track handicappers' estimate of the probable payoffs for each horse at post time. The total amount wagered on a race or on a day's races. The odds displayed on the tote board after wagering closes.Ī wager whereby the bettor must select the winners of two consecutive races, usually the first and second races, prior to the first race. Three equal wagers placed on one horse to win, place and to show.

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