Increase Your Profit at the Racetrack

Hi. It's me again, Catie, the real brains behind What Wins (don't tell our CEO Dave). In a previous post "Top Tips to Winning at the Racetrack" I described in detail the things to consider when picking winners at the racetrack. Here is a summary again.

Top 5 Keys to Picking a Winning Horse

1. Easy winner, last start
2. Winning favourite last start
3. Won the most money in the last two starts
4. Won the most money in the last three starts
5. Fastest time in the last race

Everybody likes to win at the racetrack, but making a profit is even better. So let me tell you what pays when you have the ability to analyze all the factors that influence wagering outcomes, including the behaviour of the betting public.

Top 5 Keys to Finding Value Bets

1. Driver with the best Return on Invesment (ROI)
2. Trainer with the best ROI
3. Driver with the best money per start
4. Horse first start ever, if he has a strong trainer
5. Horse won last race, beat the favourite

As you can see, picking winners is all about the horse and its recent performance. To find value, and earn greater profits you need to dig a little deeper and take a look at both the trainer and driver. Unfortunately, most race programs don't tell you who are the best when it comes to the return on your betting investment.

In our next post we will take a closer look at Rideau Carleton Raceway's top drivers and trainers in terms of winning races and generating value. Next time you head to the track or want to bet online on harness races, you'll make a more informed wager and, we hope, have more fun while you do it.

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