When it comes to horse racing in Australia the terminology is a bit different. You will encounter certain words and phrases that aren’t really used in American horse racing. Knowing what these unique words and phrases are will benefit you in your Australian horse race betting. See our Bovada racebook review, Twinspires review or even our Betamerica review. All great choice if you are in the US. 5Dimes review for folks anywhere!

Acceptor – This is a horse that has been confirmed as an entrant in a race by its owner or trainer.

Aged – When horses reach the age of seven years in Australia they are referred to as aged horses. It is not uncommon for horses in Australia to compete way beyond this age.

All Up – This is a specific type of horse racing wager that is carried over from one race to the next. It is similar to a parlay wager in the US.

Asparagus – This is the name given to a bettor or punter who always has a tip on a horse. In the US these individuals are sometimes called a Hot Horse Harry.

Backed In – This is a horse on who the odds have suddenly shortened. If the horse was 4-1 a minute ago and is now even money, the horse is backed in. This means that a lot of money has been bet on the horse to win.

Backed Off the Map – This is similar to Backed In, but even worse. The odds on such a horse have been lowered to the point that it is no longer feasible to make a wager.

Bagman – The bagman is an individual on the track who is responsible for settling bets for a bookmaker. It is common in Australian racing for punters to bet with bookmakers on the track.

Bank Teller Job – This is a horse that is such a lock to win that a bank teller could steal money to make a bet and replace it before anyone knew it was gone.

Banker – This is a horse that is used as a key in an exotic wager like the exacta or trifecta. It is the horse which the bettor feels is a lock to win the event.

Barriers – This is the Australian version of a starting gate for horse racing. It is where the horses await the official beginning of the race.

Battler – A battler is any jockey, trainer, or bookie who solely earns their living from horse racing. These individuals are involved full-time in the sport.

Bet Until Your Nose Bleeds – This is the advice given to a bettor when a horse is considered unbeatable on the race track.

Better than Bank Interest – This is what a bettor will say when they are forced to bet a horse at very short odds.

Big Bickies – This is the name given to a large bankroll that has been set aside for betting on race horses. The wealthy gambler is said to have Big Bickies to wager with.

Big Note – When one exaggerates their horse racing prowess to impress others. A marginal handicapper might Big Note himself to get attention.

Big Red – The nickname given to the legendary Phar Lap. In the US the same nickname was given to Secretariat.

Binos – This is the name that is given to the binoculars that are often worn by handicappers at the races.

Birdcage – The area where horses are walked or paraded before a race. In the US this area is known as the paddock or saddling paddock.

Bite – In Australia to ask someone for a loan at the racetrack is to bite.

Blew Like a North Wind – This is the phrase used to describe the odds that have grown longer on a horse. For example, the horse began the betting at 2-1 but is now being offered at 6-1 on the tote board.

Bloused – A horse is said to have been bloused when it loses a photo finish at the wire.

Blown Out the Gate – A horse that has been blown out the gate is one that has seen a dramatic increase in its odds.

Boat Race – This is a race in which the entire field is made up of horses that have little talent with the exception of one real runner. Races like this can often be fixed on behalf of the legitimate horse.

Bring a Duffel Bag – This is the advice given to a bettor in Australia that hopes to make a lot of money at the race track. They believe that their bets will be so successful that a duffel bag will be required to carry home the money.

AUSTRALIAN HORSE RACING TERMS (C – F)

Calcutta – In Australia a Calcutta is a special sweepstakes that is held before a big racing event. The horses in the race are raffled off, or there could be an auction where the horses are purchased by the highest bidder.

Carry the Grandstand – When a horse is given the highest weight in a handicap event. This phrase is usually reserved for horses that are carrying far more weigh than their rivals in a race. Phar Lap is one example of a horse that was frequently required to carry the grandstand.

Chaff Burner – This is a term that is reserved for horses that have shown limited ability. It is applied in a derogatory sense by handicappers when the horse that they have chosen to bet on is unable to win.

Clerk of the Course – These are mounted riders who are tasked with observing the race in progress from the track. They also help to lead the winning horse back to the winner’s circle after the race is over. In the US these officials are called outriders.

Coat-tugger – In Australia the race track are home to shady individuals who prowl the racing paddocks to give out tips on horses. If someone bets on the tip that the coat-tugger has given, the tipster will demand a portion of the winnings. An enforcer might be enlisted to help when a bettor won’t pay off.

Could Not Lay it with a Trowel – In Australia most bets at the track are made with the assistance of bookmakers. These bookmakers are prone to use this phrase to describe a horse that is receiving no betting action with the bookies.

Cricket Score Odds – A horse that is offered up at odds greater than 100-1. These Australian race horses often have no chance whatsoever to win the race in question.

Cuts His Own Hair – This Australian racing term is given to handicappers that are very frugal. It usually means a person that will spend very little on betting.

Dead Cert – A dead cert is a horse that is considered a dead certainty to win. You will hear Australian bettors use this term to describe a horse when they believe it cannot be beaten.

Dead ‘Un – A dead ‘un is a horse that is being ridden in such a way that it is guaranteed to lose. The implication behind this term is that the race is fixed and the jockey is not making an effort to win the race.

Desperate – In Australia this term refers to a gambler that has lost all perspective and cannot control his or her desire to bet; a problem gambler. Those who are desperate rarely win in horse racing or in any other gambling endeavor.

Dip – This is the name given to pickpockets that often hang around race tracks in Australia. They are very sly and prey on unsuspecting bettors, especially those that have cashed big winning tickets.

Dogs are Barking It – When a tip on a horse has become public knowledge and the entire race track is now wagering on a certain animal. The dogs are barking it when the odds on a horse have been driven down by the tip.

Donkey-Licked – A horse that has been beaten soundly in a racing event. It is usually saved for beaten favorites that everyone thinks should have won the contest.

Double Carpet – Any horse that is assigned odds of 33-1 in a racing event.

Drongo – A perpetual loser. A drongo is either a person or a horse that is clumsy and prone to mishaps. The name comes from the Australian horse Drongo that could never finish better than second throughout his entire racing career.

Dutch Book – A method of betting multiple horses in one race so that a profit is always guaranteed no matter which horse wins the race.

Duffer in the Wet – The name given to Australian race horses that do not like to compete in the mud. These are horses that do not perform well on a wet track.

Each Way – The Each Way is the same wager as a Win-Place bet in the US. The bettor is able to cash their ticket on the Each way when the horse finishes first or second. If the horse finishes first, both bets are winners.

Emu – This is one of the most amusing terms in all of horse racing. It is a person at the Australian race track that moves about searching for discarded tickets that are winners. The name was given because the ticket hunter is said to look like an emu when it is feeding.

Facing the Breeze – This is when a horse gets stuck on the outside of horses during a race. The horse is unable to get by and cannot get to the inner rail to save ground.

Failed to Give a Yelp – A horse that was expected to perform very well in a race but failed to beat even one single horse in the event.

Foot on the Till – This is an Australian race horse that is primed and ready to win a race. They have been well-prepared by their trainer to give their best performance.

AUSTRALIAN HORSE RACING TERMS G – L

Get On – This term means to have your bet accepted by a bookie at the live race track in Australia. It can also mean successfully placing a wager on an Australian horse race at your preferred online racebook.

Get Out Stakes – These are stakes race events that are saved for the last race of the day on the Australian race card. It is the last chance of the day for the bettor to make a profit and “get out” of the race track a winner.

Good Alley – This terms is used to indicate that a horse has been given a favorable post position draw in the race. It means that a horse will be racing in a path that they have shown success in handling before.

Good Oil – When a handicapper has inside information about the chances of a horse in a specific race, this is called good oil. The good oil can be information about a horse’s workout pattern or any equipment changes that might be present today.

Gorilla – The term that is applied by Australian handicappers to the sum of $1,000. If you place a $1,000 bet on a horse you are laying the Gorilla. The same term can be used to describe a $1,000 win.

Got the Blows – A horse that is suddenly taking a down turn in the wagering action. The horse may have started out at very good odds but is now being offered at a much lower price. This can often indicate that some horse players have inside information and are wagering late money.

Greet the Judge – A term that is used to describe the winner of a horse race. The winning horse returning to the winner’s circle is about to greet the judge and receive recognition for winning the event.

Grow Another Leg – Used to describe horses that have shown an ability to handle wet race tracks. This type of animal will often perform better on a wet track than they will on a track that is dry.

Had Something on the Winner – When a bettor has crushed the bookie with a bet at the Australian race track. It is an understatement that means the bettor has bankrupted the bookie with their winning bet.

Hairy Goat – A term that is applied to any horse that has performed poorly in a horse race. The hairy goat is a horse that does not merit a bet, and often one that tricked bettors into thinking it had the skills and ability to win a race.

Ham – A ham is a horse that has gained weight during an absence from the races. Some horses that are paddocked for a break from racing will often put on weight. These horses may need time to get back in shape once they return to racing.

Hard Earned – This means the money that the bettor is using to make wagers on horse racing at the live race track with a bookie or online.

Headquarters – This is the nickname that is given to Flemington Racecourse in Victoria. It is so named because the important matters of horse racing in Australia are often decided at Flemington. It is also the home of the famous Melbourne Cup, one of the world’s richest horse races.

The Heath – This is the name that is commonly give to Caulfield Racecourse in Australia. It is one of the most important and beautiful racing venues on the continent, and is home to the Caulfield Cup.

Hoop – Jockeys in Australia are often referred to by this colloquial term.

Hot Pot – The horse in a race that has become the betting favorite. A hot pot may be a legitimate favorite, but it may also disappoint. The term is most often reserved for horses that are favorites on the tote board.

In the Red – When a horse is offered at odds-on to bettors it is said to be in the red. This means that the bettor will receive less than even money for a winning wager. As a general rule, horses in the red are not the best betting choices when it comes to Australian horse racing.

Jackpot – A jackpot is an amount of money that is carried over from one race day to the next, usually as a result of no winners being posted on a difficult bet. For example, a Pick Six might have a carryover in the US. In Australia this carry over is known as a jackpot.

Jigger – A jigger in Australian horse racing is an illegal device that is used to administer a slight electric shock to a horse in a race. In the US this type of illegal equipment is often referred to as a buzzer.

Jumped Out of the Ground – When a horse that has shown little promise in the early stages of a race suddenly emerges to win the event with a big late run. In the US this is called “out of the clouds” and refers to a late runner or deep closer.

Jumped Out of the Trees – Bettors that suddenly make a betting run on a certain horse that has not been taking action. This can often be a sign that there is inside information at play on the horse.

Just About Square – When a bettor on Australian racing has come close to breaking even for the day. It means that they have not won or lost a large amount of money, and will be ending the day with the same bankroll they started with.

Knocktaker – The knocktaker is a sure bet in Australian horse racing. Of course, there is no such thing in horse racing, but these horse legitimately have a better chance to win than most of their racing rivals.

Knuckled Over – When a horse stumbles coming out of the starting gate. A horse that is knuckled over is one that breaks so hard from the gate that the dirt beneath its feet is dislodged. This will usually cause the horse to fall forward and sometimes go to its knees. A jockey can be unseated when this happens.

Lacks Ticker – A horse that is perceived to have a lack of heart when it comes to horse racing. This type of horse is hesitant to challenge its rivals in a duel for the lead. The same term can be applied to a jockey that does not have the courage to race in tight spaces.

Late Mail – When inside information is given by handicappers as the horse race is nearing its start. These types of tips are often held to the end of a race to prevent the odds from dropping on a horse.

Lay Down Misere – A horse that bettors in Australia believe cannot lose. These horse are also ones that generally present very low odds, and they may not be worth the risk that is made with a bet.

Lay of the Day – This is a horse that bookies expect will give them the greatest risk. Each bookie has at least one horse during the day that might cause them to lose a lot of money if it is able to win.

Lay Off – Sometimes bookies will place bets with other bookmakers to hedge their own exposure and minimize risk. For example, a bookie may have booked a large number of winning wagers on a single horse. To compensate for this risk the bookie will lay off wagers on this horse by making different bets with other bookmakers.

Left It in the Bag – When a bettor has taken a plunge on a certain horse, making a big bet and hoping to cash a gamble on a horse with long odds. When the bet fails, as it usually does, the bettor has left their money in the bookie’s bag.

Let Down – When a jockey asks a horse for its best effort in the later stages of a race. The horse is being let down. In the US the bettors say that the horse has been set down for the drive.

London to a Brick On – A horse that is a heavy odds-on favorite. This type of horse will return a very small profit when it wins, and it is often judged to be unworthy of the risk of a bet.

Lost a Leg in the Float – This is a horse that has shown erratic swings in the betting action. A horse like this may have gone from very long odds to odds-on in a matter of minutes. Horses like this should be watched by the bettor.

Low Flying – When a horse is racing at top speed. Instead of running the horse is said to be low flying. Many low flyers will often go on to set a track record when they race.

AUSTRALIAN HORSE RACING TERMS M – P 

Mail – In Australia, mail is the name given to tips that are passed from handicapper to handicapper at the race track. These tips can sometimes be valuable. At other times mail is simply the product of someone who is trying to demonstrate their knowledge of horse racing.

Market – Betting on horses in Australia is like making an investment. Therefore, all the horses in a given race and their odds are referred to as the market. The race fans are the ones who make the market by backing specific race horses.

Mentor – This is another name that is given to trainers of race horses in Australia. A mentor is one that guides the career of a race horse.

Monkey – The name given to a sum of $500 that is used for betting horses. It can refer to the amount of one’s bankroll, the amount of a loss, or the amount of a win. The Gorilla is a sum of $1,000.

Moral – The moral in a race is a horse that is considered unbeatable. Race fans believe that morals will win regardless of the competition they may be facing. In the US this type of horse would be called a mortal lock, so this Australian term may have inspired the American equivalent.

Mounting Yard – This is the area of the race track where horses are held for public view just prior to the start of a race. In the US this area is called the saddling paddock. The Mounting Yard is where horses are saddled by their trainer and mounted by the jockey that will ride them in the race. The horses here are also paraded around the yard for the public to view.

Muck Lather – This is another term for kidney sweat. It refers to the foamy excretion that appears on the inside of a horse’s hind legs before a race. Muck lather can often be a sign of nervousness in the horse, and many bettors do not like to make wagers on horses that display this sign.

Mud Lark – A mud lark is a horse that performs especially well on a wet track. These horses usually have a pedigree that supports the ability to run well in the mud. The horse’s sire and dam may have shown similar abilities.

Nags – Nags are horses of little racing talent. They are often given the same name in the US and other racing jurisdictions.

Near Side – This term refers to the left side of the race horse. This is the side which jockeys will mount as they prepare to ride in the race.

Neglected – A horse that is being neglected is one that is receiving very little betting action. The betting public has decided that this horse is not worthy of consideration, but the horse may be more talented than some bettors expect. A neglected horse can often offer the bettor very enticing odds.

Oaks – This is any stakes event in Australia that is reserved for fillies that are three years old. The name has been adopted by many race tracks in the US for their own three-year-old filly events. An American example would be the Kentucky Oaks that is held on the Friday before the Kentucky Derby.

Odds On Look On – This phrase is often uttered by bettors when a horse is offered at a price of less than even money. It means that the bettor will skip the race and look for a more profitable betting opportunity.

Off Side – This is the right side of an Australian race horse.

On Course Tote – This is the name given to the tote board, or Totalisator, which is located on the race track in Australia. It was common for many years for bettors to only have the option to make bets with a bookie at the track. The tote board allows for tote board betting to take place similar to the way betting is managed at American race tracks.

On the Bit – A horse that is on the bit is one that is ready to run their best race. These horses pull against the bit to indicate to the jockey that they are ready to run. A horse that is on the bit may be difficult for the race rider to control.

On the Nod – Some bookies at the race track may take a bet from a bettor without any money changing hands. When this happens the bet is said to be on the nod. It is basically a type of credit that is extended to the bettor by the bookie.

One Large – This is a term that is often given to the sum of $1,000.

Ordinary Cattle – The ordinary cattle in a horse race are those which are considered to be of average talent. A typical race in Australia may consist of several ordinary cattle and one or two superior runners. These types of races can be bad betting choices because there is little upside in betting the obvious favorites.

Pacifiers – These are called blinkers in the United States. A pacifier is a mesh screen for the eyes which shields a part of the horse’s vision. It is often used to help keep a horse calm in a race. Limiting the field of vision of the horse prevents the horse from seeing things that might distract them, but it does not interfere with the ability of the horse to put forth a good effort.

Pay the Grandstand – A horse is said to pay the grandstand when it wins at very long odds. This term means that the payoff on a bet is very large, requiring the race track to satisfy the bet by paying the grandstand.

Penetrometer – This is a device that measures the depth of the race track. It can be used to determine if the race track is hard or soft, and bettors can be made aware of this condition.

Persuader – The term that is given to the jockey’s whip in Australia. A persuader is used to encourage a horse to give their maximum effort in a race.

Pigskin – This is the name that is often given to the saddle of a rider in Australia. It is so named because the jockey’s saddle is often made of leather, just like a football.

Pig-Root – Horse that are unruly and try to throw their rider before or after a race are known as a pig-root. In the US these horses would be referred to as rank.

Pilot the Field – A horse that is said to pilot the field is one that leads the race from start to finish. These horses are often good bets when the handicapper can identify them. Sometimes a horse with early speed will establish a quick lead and hang on for the win, despite the fact that the horse is somewhat less talented than its rivals.

Plonk – A plonk is a large amount of money that has been wagered on a certain horse. The bettor is said to have plonked down their money on the horse.

Plunge – A plunge occurs when a bookie at the track is suddenly faced with unexpected support for a certain horse. The rush to make bets may be such that the bookmaker is not able to cover all the bets that are being made.

Postilion – A postilion in Australian horse racing is simply a jockey. They have been called this on the continent for many years.

Prior Convictions – A horse that has a history of performing poorly in horse races. These horses are generally bad bets. They should be approached with caution, because horses tend to repeat their prior efforts.

Protest – A protest is a claim of foul that has been filed by one jockey or trainer against another horse. In the US these are called objections. When a protest is filed by someone in a race, the stewards of the race track will then review the replays of the race to determine if any foul play occurred. If a foul was committed, the offending horse will have their finish position adjusted.

Punter – The name that is generally given to handicappers and horse bettors in Australia.

AUSTRALIAN HORSE RACING TERMS Q – S 

Quadrella – The quadrella is a horse racing bet in Australia that is similar to the Pick 4 in the US. The bettor must successfully pick the winners of four races in sequence. Australian handicappers also call this type of bet a quaddie.

Racing Plates – This is the name given to aluminum horseshoes in Australia. All horses race with shoes unless otherwise noted in the racing program.

Rails – This term has a double meaning. It most commonly refers to the inner rail of the race track. It can also be used to describe a place of importance in the ring of bookmakers at the track. A bookie on the rails is one that is considered to have the prime spot.

Red-Hots – These are harness races conducted in Australia. Although not as popular as flat racing events, Australian harness races can still offer a nice opportunity for the bettor.

Relegated – A horse that has been relegated is one that has been disqualified from its original order of finish. This happens as the result of an objection that was filed by another jockey or trainer.

Result – The result is the final outcome of a race. The term is most often used by bookies. A bookie can have either a good result or a bad result on a race.

Ridden Upside Down – This is the term that is applied to a horse that is running contrary to its accustomed running style. For example, a horse that generally stalks the pace but runs on the lead today would be ridden upside down. Sometimes it is advantageous for a horse to adopt a different running style.

Rig – A horse in Australia that has not been properly gelded or castrated. In America these horses are sometimes called ridglings. A rig may retain portions or all of the testicle following castration.

Ring – The ring is where the bookies are located at an Australian race course. They will set up their bookmaking operations under their own banner, and the bookies are obliged to compete for the wagers of the bettors.

Ring-In – This is a type of cheating in Australian horse racing. It occurs when a different horse is substituted for the one that is supposed to be competing without the knowledge of the betting public or racing officials. The Fine Cotton ring-in is one of the most well-known examples of this type of cheating.

Risky Conveyance – A risky conveyance is a horse that has demonstrated a lack of ability in its recent races. This type of horse is considered a risky bet because it has shown no promise of winning.

Roughie – A horse that is perceived to have little chance to win a race in Australia. These horses go off at very long odds and receive almost no betting support.

Running Double – The exact same bet as the Daily Double in the United States. To win the bet a punter must pick the winners of two consecutive races. These wagers typically pay more than straight win bets on either of the horses used in the running double wager.

Salute the Judge – The act of winning a horse race in Australia.

Satchel Swinger – A satchel swinger is a bookie that takes bets at the Australian race track. It has long been the tradition in Australian horse racing for bets at the live race track to be placed with bookies. It is now also common for bettors to wager online with tote board odds at an online racebook.

Scraping Paint – A horse that is scraping paint is one that is being raced very close to the rail. This is called saving ground, and it can be a tactical advantage for any race horse.

Sectionals – In Australia the times for various distances within a given race are referred to as sectionals. In the US these are called fractional times. For example, a sectional time would be assigned to the first quarter-mile of a race. Bettors can use sectionals to determine how fast a horse ran at a given stage of a race.

Set the Board – The act by the bookmaker of listing all the runners in a race and the odds that are being offered on each horse.

Settling – This is the time when a bettor resolves all outstanding wagers with the bookie at the race track. Settling must usually occur before a new race card begins.

Shillelagh – A term that is often given to the whip that is carried by the jockey in a race.

Shrapnel – A word that is given to large sums of coins that are taken by the bookmaker from a bettor wishing to make a bet.

Skinner – This is a result of a race in which the bookmaker achieves only a small profit or none at all.

Slaughtered – A poor performance by a jockey in a race. The poor riding ability is said to have slaughtered the horse’s chances to win the race.

Sling – When a horse whens a race it is customary for the owner of the horse to tip the jockey or the trainer an additional sum of money. This tip is called sling.

Smarty – The smarty is one that always seems to possess inside information on jockeys, trainers, and horses at the track. In some areas of the world this individual would be referred to as a sharp. The information touted by these individuals is not always reliable.

Smoky – A horse that is receiving support from the betting public despite very recent poor performances. It is generally believed that the connections of the horse have tried to disguise the horse’s talent in order to get bigger odds.

SP – These are “starting price” bookies that are not authorized to take bets on Australian horse racing.

Speedy Squib – The speedy squib is a horse that runs very fast early in races but does not have the stamina to finish the race and claim a portion of the purse.

Spell – This is a rest break that is given to horses in Australia to help them recover between racing campaigns. Horses taking a break in the US are said to be enjoying a turn out.

Spot – The term given to the sum of $100.

Spring Grand Slam – In Australia the Spring Grand Slam consists of three important races. The races are the Caulfield Cup, the Cox Plate, and the Melbourne Cup. This series of events could be compared to the Triple Crown in the US.

Stone Motherless – A horse that trails the field in the early stages of a race, often falling to dead last. In some cases these horses may be talented enough to pull out a win, but in most cases such deep closers do not win their share of races.

Straight Out – This is when a bettor decides to only make a win wager on a horse.

Strapper – The name given to horse racing grooms in Australia. The name is also sometimes given to the trainers of race horses.

Swimmer – The swimmer is a horse that performs very well on a wet race track. These horses are often descended from sires and dams that showed the same talent.

Swooper – The swooper is a horse that stalks the pace before running very fast at the end to try and claim the win.

AUSTRALIAN HORSE RACING TERMS T – Z

TAB – The Totalisator Agency Board. This is the government body in Australia which regulates off-track betting at online racebooks and other venues. TAB was established to preserve the integrity of betting on horse in Australia and helps to protect the bettor.

Tabcorp – This is an organization in Australia that runs gambling and entertainment ventures. It has been serving the Australian racing community since 1994.

Take the Knock – To skip out on the gambling debts that one owes. Sometimes the bookies at the Australian race track will extend credit to bettors they know. A bettor who takes the knock is one that refuses to pay their debts. These individuals usually go missing.

Taken to the Cleaners – This phrase is also used often in American gambling. It means to suffer a huge loss. It is most often used by bookies to describe how badly they have been beaten by bettors.

Taking a Set – This refers to a bookie elevating the odds of a race horse in order to draw more bets. In Australia, live bets are taken by bookies who must compete with one another for business. A bookie will raise the odds on a horse that he or she believes has no chance of winning in order to get more business.

Tomato Sauce Odds – Odds on a horse that pay less than even money, also referred to as odds-on. There was a time when bookies would list these horses in red on their betting boards, and this is what gave rise to the name.

Ton – Sometimes used by Australian bettors to denote the sum of $100.

Tote – The tote board which displays the live betting odds at the race track. The tote is also what determines the odds one is given at an online racebook.

Toppy – This can be either the horse wearing No. 1 in a race or the horse that has been given the highest weight to carry in a handicap event.

Town – The name given to a metropolitan track that is located in a major city. Race tracks that are located in smaller, rural areas are called the Bush.

Transfusion – A horse that receives a sudden burst of betting action is said to have been given a transfusion of cash.

Traveling – This term refers to how well or how poorly a bettor is doing at the moment. Those who are winning big are said to be traveling well.

Treble – A bet which requires the bettor to successfully pick the winner of three races in succession. In the US this type of wager is known as a Pick 3.

Triple Crown – In Australia the Triple Crown is entirely different from the one presented in the US. The Australian Triple Crown consists of the Randwick Guineas, Rosehill Guineas, and Australian Derby.

Unbackable – A horse that does not justify a bet of any kind. It is a horse that is deemed unworthy to win under any circumstances. It can also refer to a horse with odds so low that a bet is not worth it.

Under Double Wraps – When a horse wins without expending its full effort.

Undertaker – The Australian bookie who only wants to accept bets on “dead” horses that have no chances of winning.

Via the Cape – This is a horse that loses extensive ground in a race and loses. These horses are generally racing well away from the rail during the race. Sometimes these horses are forced to go wide by other horses in the race.

Warned Off – A person that has been banned from attending the races in Australia. This is usually due to some type of betting infraction or other illegal behavior. In the US this is called being ruled off.

Welsher – One that refuses to pay a bet that they have lost with a bookie.

Wouldn’t Back it With Bad Money – A saying that reflects a horse with no chance of winning.

Zambuck – This is the name that is given to the ambulance at all Australian race tracks. It is mandatory for the ambulance to be present during the races.

Related to Australian horse racing:

• 10 Amazing Facts About Australian Horse Racing
• The Australian Racing Board
• Flemington Racecourse In Melbourne, Australia
• Doomben Racecourse, Brisbane
• Eagle Farm Racecourse, Brisbane
• The Melbourne Cup – Australias’s Biggest Horse Race
• The Cox Plate Australian Horse Race
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