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Horse Racing: Bouncing Horses

By GREG MELIKOVHorseplayers often argue about the Bounce Theory involving thoroughbreds. Some say it’s practical, others say that’s bunk.Basically, a horse than bounces simply suffers a negative reaction to his previous outing. Many handicappers, like myself, believe that usually happens after a runner exerts a strenuous effort. Others have their doubts. To illustrate the theory, say a horse’s speed figures have languished in the lower 70s

Rules of Horse Racing

Types of Horse Racing Bets In traditional horse racing, the first thing to understand is that you are in direct competition with the bookie, sportsbook, or oddsmaker at the track who is setting the line. They want your money, and you want theirs. Each sportsbook uses its own system to set the odds. In theory, odds are structured so the book profits regardless of the race outcome. The Most Common Bets in Horse Racing Straight Bet

The Moneyline in Sports Betting

Risking a little to win a lot What is a "moneyline" bet? Moneyline betting strategies Break-even rates for various moneyline odds Should you play the NFL moneyline? How profitable can it be? How is the money-line used in baseball? Some answers below... While seasoned gamblers understand the money line, many sports bettors do not understand this betting option

Horse Racing System

Here's a system that while very simple, is spot on. It invovles establishing the proper bankroll, checking out the races' favorite, narrowing down contenders, imagining the outcome of the race, and making adjustments. For me, it's been a winning horse racing system. If you'd like to see my horse racing picks, sign up for my free newsletter. A Winning Horse Racing System Establish your bankroll. This should be "investment" capital and not money that is needed to

Horse Racing Handicapping

How to Handicap Horses No matter what your level of expertise, it's often wise to "get back to basics" and review the rudimentary elements of this challenging, sometimes exasperating, bit of mental stimulus known as horse racing handicapping. Horse racing handicappers approach the process differently but these elements should always be addressed before making a wager. They are offered in order of importance to the overall equation. Horse Racing Handicapping Tips Form: Nothing else really matters if a

Horse Racing: Reading the Menu

For horseplayers to succeed, they must be decision makers. Movers and shakers. Doers. Not only must they solve the unique equation that leads to selecting the right horse, but they must also choose the right wagering approach to maximize their profits. That wasn't such a difficult thing in days gone by when Win-Place-Show were about the only options available. You just picked the best horse, waited for the

Guide to Horse Racing Betting

I offer free horse racing picks in my horse racing newsletters. Remember to account for scratches and changing weather and track conditions as post time approaches. I encourage you to wager in a way you think is personally best for you. Some of you have your own strategies and ideas on how to bet the horses I recommend. For those of you

Kentucky Derby Picks

Looking for the next Kentucky Derby winner? Look no further. Wunderdog has been providing winning horse racing tips and picks for a long time. When the Derby rolls around, we step up our efforts. It's one of the three biggest races in the Triple Crown (the others being The Preakness and The Belmont Stakes). Kentucky Derby Handicapping Resources Free horse racing tips newsletter Purchase premium

Preakness Picks - Tips & Strategies

Handicapping the Preakness Looking for help this year handicapping The Preakness? Look no further. Wunderdog Sports has been handicapping the horses and offering winning horse racing tips and picks for years. During the Triple Crown, we put forth an extra effort. The Preakness, being the middle race, offers a chance to look for opportunities based on the outcome of the Kentucky Derby. Here

Belmont Stakes Handicapping

Handicapping the Belmont Stakes The Belmont Stakes - steeped in tradition. Wunderdog Sports has been handicapping the Belmont Stakes and providing horse racing tips and picks for many years. The Belmont Stakes offers the final chance to bet the Triple Crown and a great opportunity to witness greatness. We provide Belmont Stakes Picks and