Horse racing is a very popular sport in Australia. Here are tips for making the most of your wagering dollar.
Since the early 1800s, horse racing has been a popular sport in Australia. The Sydney Turf Club is an honored national institution, and wagering on horse racing is quite common across the country.
Predicting race winners can be lucrative, but winning is more easily said than done. So here are a few tips about how to increase your chances of taking home a winning haul.
Avoid Betting on Your Favorite
According to reputed betting websites like BlueBet, horse race betting shouldn’t be based on emotions. One reason is that it’s a highly unpredictable sport influenced by several factors. The chance of your favorite horse winning a race is 30% or less. If you go by these statistics, on average, you’ll be empty-handed most of the time.
But don’t fret! Another strategy–a winning one–is to do a lot of research before making selections. Knowledge is power and, the more research you do, the more clarity you will have. Personal hunches and getting tips from friends aren’t a winning combination.
Get to Know the Horse Racing Terminology
In Australia, you’ll have plenty of options, too. According to the latest statistics, there are around 19,000 races held in different parts of the country. That gives you loads of opportunities. But to make the most out of it, you’ll need to learn horse racing vernacular. Yes, horse racing–as with any field–has its own language. Learning that language is vital to doing your research and interpreting information/data on horses, trainers, and tracks. To do that, you’ll need to become familiar with and understand common horse racing terms and phrases.
Learn About the Horses
Many thousands of people have a direct interest in Australian horse racing. That’s because syndicates own 30,000 horses that train/race around the country. You’ll need to become as knowledgeable as owners about the sport. Here are tips for doing just that.
- Find Out About Past Winners: Horses in the best good form can register 2-3 wins every 5 races. So it’s an excellent idea to investigate which horses have won recently. The chances are high that those horses will win after having a winning start–often soon thereafter.
- Race Comments: Pay attention to what’s being written about horses–what kinds of turf they like, who’s riding, etc. That way, you can fit what you find to specific races, racetracks, and weather circumstances.
- Learn About the Surfaces: There’s also the matter of racing surfaces. Dry surfaces are more suitable for horses that are good at picking up speed on hard surfaces. Other horses need ground with good sprinting-power, like soft turf. When selecting horses for betting, you will need to consider the surface they prefer.
Learn About the Trainers
There are about 3600 registered trainers around the country. And make no mistake about it: a trainer is as important as the horse. Not all trainers are the same, and you can see differences reflected in their records–especially how they do with specific horses on specific tracks.
Most horse racing guides will display a trainer’s records. The more information you can get about trainers, the better. That’s why it’s a good idea to filter data through performance records–for horses and trainers.
ConclusionÂ
You can be successful in wagering on horses, and Australia is a great place to do just that. Remember and apply the tips offered here. You’ll be happy that you did.
Good luck, race fans!
