Before you decide to place a bet on a horse race, you should know a bit about this sport. Here are some useful tips:
Historical background
Horse racing dates back to the time of the Crusades, when nobility from England brought back Arab horses with them. They bred them to English mares, resulting in a breed with speed, endurance, and a desire to win. Soon, two-horse races became a popular diversion for the nobility. The sport spread all over the world. Here are the historical facts about the history of horse races.
Types of races
Horse races vary widely in distance and style. National Hunt and jump racing are popular forms of jumping races. Generally, both types of racing are run over two-and-a-half miles, with hurdles at least three feet high. Point to Point racing is another type of racing, which involves sprinting between obstacles over a shorter distance. Both types of racing involve the use of jumps, and are highly regarded in Europe.
Betting on horse races
If you enjoy sports gambling, you will probably love betting on horse races. However, horse racing can be a highly risky activity and it can leave you losing a large amount of money very quickly. You should keep track of your wins and losses and look for upward trends. You should stop betting on a horse when you are experiencing a long losing streak. Betting on horse races is all about luck, but there are a few ways to increase your chances of winning big.
Rules of racing
There are some specific Rules of Horse Racing for the track. The starting gate must be a minimum of ten feet in width for the first horse and five feet for each additional horse. After entries close, the racing secretary compiles the list of entries and posts it in a visible location. A special flag must be used to signal the start of the race. The clam signal must be given at least 15 minutes before the start of the race.
Origin of the phrase “Triple Crown”
The phrase originated in the 1930s when Charles Hatton, a sportswriter for Daily Racing Form, coined it. The Triple Crown was a series of three famous horse races in the American racing season – the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes. The term gained popularity, and the Triple Crown became a true event. Initially, the Triple Crown was not fixed, but eventually became a reality.