Live horse racing and the Triple Crown series are making a triumphant return in 2021. The series was affected in 2020 by the global Covid-19 health pandemic. This year, the 146th running of the Preakness Stakes will be held on May 15. It will be part of a horse racing event spread over two days at the Pimlico Racecourse in […] Continue Reading
Betting Guide for 2021 Belmont Stakes
There are few horse racing events bigger than the Belmont Stakes. This third jewel of the Triple Crown racing series is always where the greatest honor in horse racing is decided. After suffering the effects of the global Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, the Belmont Stakes is set to return in June 2021 at its familiar home of Belmont Park. This […] Continue Reading
Why Do People Dress Up to Go to the Horse Races
For many years live horse racing has been an event that inspires people to dress up. There are many horse racing tracks today that still insist on a dress code for attendees who visit areas like the clubhouse. Why do people dress up to go to the horse races? Here’s a quick look at the answer, as well as some […] Continue Reading
Betting on Kentucky-Bred Horses
The state in which a horse is bred can have an impact on its racing ability. That is the opinion of many professional handicappers. Most people who bet horse racing for profit would likely agree that horses bred in Kentucky have an advantage against horses bred in other states. They would also agree that this can sometimes create opportunities for […] Continue Reading
What Equipment is Used in Horse Racing?
There are many EZ Horse Betting readers who write to us asking about what equipment is used in horse racing. There are several different types, and some of them can have an impact on your handicapping decisions. We’ve put together a quick look at horse racing equipment that is used by jockeys, trainers, and even the horses that compete in […] Continue Reading
Horse Racing Board Games
Many fans of horse racing betting cannot get enough of the sport. They also enjoy horse racing board games. These games thrill the imagination with sensations of a live horse race. In some of the games you can even make pretend wagers on the horses that you think will win the contests. If you want to see our free horse […] Continue Reading
The Belmont Jewel Horse Racing Drink
Each year thousands of people make their way to the Belmont Stakes where they might get to watch a horse try to win the Triple Crown. Many of those people also sample the Belmont Jewel. This is the official drink of the Belmont Stakes. It is a summer delight that is often served in pitchers to those in attendance. You […] Continue Reading
Bourbon & Horse Racing Betting
Bourbon is a type of alcohol that just seems to be associated with horse racing. This is especially true in the United States. Maybe this is because the official drink of the Kentucky Derby is made with bourbon. It is also true that some bourbon brands have sponsored big races. Here is a closer look at bourbon and horse racing […] Continue Reading
Cigars & Horse Racing – Why Horse Bettors Like Cigars
Those who have spent any time around a live race track will tell you that cigars are enjoyed by many horse bettors. You may be making most of your bets at an online racebook, but you can still savor a cigar after a nice winning bet. Here’s a closer look at how cigars relate to horse racing, and how one […] Continue Reading
What Are Mandatory Payouts In Horse Racing?
If you are someone who regularly bets at an online racebook you have probably encountered the term mandatory payout. This situation occurs whenever a horse racing track is about to close their meet and must disperse all remaining funds in a racing pool. A mandatory payout in horse racing only applies to racing bets which have a carryover. The Definition […] Continue Reading
