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Thoroughbred racing: speed, prestige and how to bet on it
An introduction to thoroughbred racing: flat and jumps, what form, going and the draw tell you, and how win, place, each-way and forecast markets work.
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The short answer
Thoroughbred racing is horse racing using the thoroughbred breed, prized for speed and stamina. Races run on the flat or over jumps, and famous events include the Kentucky Derby, Royal Ascot and the Epsom Derby. To bet well, read the form, the ground conditions and the draw.
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Key takeaways
- Thoroughbred racing runs on the flat or over jumps, and handicaps give horses different weights to even out the field.
- Before betting, read the form, the going, the draw, the distance and the jockey and trainer's current results.
- Win, place, each-way and forecast are the main betting markets.
What are the main types of thoroughbred racing?
- Flat racing: no obstacles, usually over shorter distances.
- Jump racing: hurdles and steeplechases over longer distances.
- Handicaps: horses carry different weights to even out their chances.
What should you read before betting?
- Form: recent finishing positions, shown as a string of numbers on the race card.
- Going: the ground condition, from firm to heavy. Some horses only perform on certain going.
- Draw: the starting stall, which matters more at some tracks and distances.
- Distance: whether the horse has won or placed over a similar trip.
- Jockey and trainer: current form in the yard and in the saddle.
How do the main betting markets work?
- Win: your horse must finish first.
- Place: your horse must finish in the paid places.
- Each-way: two bets, one on the win and one on the place.
- Forecast: pick the first two finishers in the correct order.
Where can you bet on thoroughbred racing?
On Wazir Win, horse racing has its own section when races are listed. It uses the same wallet as cricket, so set a separate budget for racing days.
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Straight answers to the questions that come up most on this topic.
Still unsure? Ask the Wazir Win team
What makes a horse a thoroughbred?
It's a breed known for speed and stamina, used in most major flat and jump races.
What does 'going' mean in horse racing?
The condition of the ground, from firm to heavy, which affects how different horses perform.
What is an each-way bet?
Two equal bets, one on the horse to win and one on it to place.
Is horse racing on Wazir Win?
Yes, when races are listed. It uses the same ID and wallet as other sports.
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