If you're looking to improve your understanding of horseracing, our four-part masterclass series will be of interest. It features advice on how to read a racecard, the importance of pedigree, tips for race-reading and the impact of pace.
How do you read a racecard?
The opening episode of our Racing Education Masterclass series highlights what you might expect to see on a racecard and what it all means. This includes an explainer on topics such as the class of races, handicaps and Timeform's Flags.
Importance of pedigree
The pedigree - the details of a horse's family - can provide an idea of what we can expect from a horse. In this episode we highlight how a pedigree can provide insight on factors such as ability, distance requirements and favoured ground conditions.
Reading a race
In this episode pointers are provided on what you can do to improve your race-reading skills. This includes the preparation you can do before the race has started and certain factors to look out for that can impact performance.
Understanding pace
Understanding how a race is likely to be run in the early stages can give you a better idea of how a race may unfold and the horses likely to be suited by that scenario. We also show how you can use Timeform's pace maps to work out how a race is likely to be run and how each horse tends to be ridden.
Safer gambling
We are committed in our support of safer gambling. Recommended bets are advised to over-18s and we strongly encourage readers to wager only what they can afford to lose.
If you are concerned about your gambling, please call the National Gambling Helpline / GamCare on 0808 8020 133.
Further support and information can be found at begambleaware.org and gamblingtherapy.org.
