Betting Strategy: So you like an underlay favorite, what now?

Sat Aug 26 2023Kevin Kilroy

You’re handicapping and you see a horse you like--a form pattern, a trainer angle, speed figures, whatever the angle. This horse should win, you think. What now?
What is a Quarter Horse and why is it named that?

Wed Aug 23 2023TwinSpires Staff

Versatility, agility, strength, and speed are the overarching qualities that make the Quarter Horse such a stunning and special equine breed.
Horses debuting in stakes can win and pay nicely

Tue Aug 22 2023J. Keeler Johnson

Once in a while, you’ll see an unraced horse enter a stakes. You might assume an inexperienced first-time starter is overmatched against stakes-caliber rivals, but that isn’t always the case.
How Fast Can a Horse Run: The Science of Horse Racing

Fri Aug 18 2023Jennifer Kelly

Whether they pull a sulky, run a long distance, or sprint over a short quarter mile, three breeds are the stars of the sport we all love, but, of the three, who is the fastest and why?
Look for horses beaten by talented rivals; they can offer nice odds

Wed Aug 16 2023J. Keeler Johnson

In many horse races, there is a tendency among bettors to favor horses who enter in winning form. But a horse who ran well in defeat against a talented rival can be just as likely to factor.
Training to Win: Mutli-race ticket construction with James Scully [VIDEO]

Tue Aug 15 2023James Scully

When it comes to multi-race bets, also known as horizontal wagers, good ticket construction involves budget and strategy.
Training to Win: Graded Stakes race analyzation with James Scully [VIDEO]

Tue Aug 15 2023James Scully

Graded stakes are specialized races - the highest levels in Thoroughbred racing - and bettors have many factors to consider when handicapping.
Tall Tales of the Track: Kingston Goes the Distance

Sun Aug 13 2023Jennifer Kelly

Bred by a Pillar of the Turf in James R. Keene, Kingston’s longevity on the racetrack comes in not only in the number of times he raced but in the wins he accumulated over his nine seasons, his greatness sealed in the record books and the Hall of Fame for all time.
When elite speed horses duel, consider the possibility one will falter

Tue Aug 08 2023J. Keeler Johnson

What happens when the two best horses in a race are pacesetters with lots of early speed? The answer isn’t always what you expect.
When betting with stats, make sure they're up to date

Tue Aug 01 2023J. Keeler Johnson

Bettors who employ statistics in their handicapping should ask themselves from time to time whether their favorite angles are still relevant, or if the data is telling a new story.
Sometimes, it pays to excuse a disappointing first race

Wed Jul 26 2023J. Keeler Johnson

If a young horse disappoints when well-bet in their first start, it can pay to take a forgiving view of the performance and assume they’ll run better second-time out.
The Science of Horse Racing: What is a Turf Hoof?

Sun Jul 23 2023Jennifer Kelly

Understanding the difference between turf and dirt hooves and what that knowledge adds to your toolbox can give you another angle to consider when making your picks.
Unpredictable two-year-olds provide opportunities to beat favorites

Wed Jul 19 2023J. Keeler Johnson

Horseplayers should be careful betting on heavily favored two-year-olds, especially during the summer when early-maturing types with flashy form lines tackle tougher races.