Category: Travel & Entertainment
In 2010, a novel about a run-down West Virginia racetrack won the National Book Award for Fiction. Its publisher was so small it couldn’t print copies fast enough to meet the demand. That’s the kind of story you won’t find on most lists of the top 10 horse racing books. Most stop at five or […]
Everybody at the table wants the 7. It is the most common roll on two dice, so it feels like the safe bet. On one common style of wooden board, though, the 7 horse wins less than 3% of races. The 2 and the 12 win far more often. That surprise is a good reason […]
Wear a knee-length or midi dress in a light, breathable fabric, with real straps or sleeves. Add a hat or fascinator and shoes you can walk on grass in. That’s the short answer for almost every track in America. The longer answer depends on your seat. Horse racing dresses that look perfect in the grandstand […]
Every app on this list pays its welcome offer once. Every race takes its cut every time. That cut is takeout: the track’s share of each pool, removed before winners get paid. It runs roughly 12% to 20.75% on win, place, and show bets, and about 20% to 31% on trifecta and superfecta pools. So […]
In Secretariat (2010), Secretariat saves the family farm. In real life, the horse whose winnings kept Meadow Stable afloat was his stablemate, Riva Ridge. The film never says his name. That’s the problem with most horse racing movies billed as true stories. The history bends, and nobody tells you where. Most “best horse racing movies” […]
Have you ever dreamed of galloping across open fields, caring for your own horse, or competing in high-stakes showjumping tournaments, but lack access to a real stable? Horse games bring all that excitement to your screen. From richly detailed simulations on PC to console exclusives packed with exploration and adventure, the games have never been […]
Horses predate motor vehicles and once dominated the roads long before cars were invented. While horses are common on rural roads, modern highways are built for speed and heavy traffic. Still, you can ride a horse on public roads as long as you abide by local laws and regulations. Riding among cars and trucks brings […]
Dressing for the Kentucky Derby isn’t just about clothing. It celebrates long-held tradition and encourages you to embrace personal style. The perfect attire should include breathable fabrics, pastel hues, and well-fitted pieces. This outfit should be comfortable throughout the day, even in varying weather. From classic outfits to vibrant wardrobes, Derby-goers try their best to […]
If you’ve ever stood by the rail at a racetrack, heart pounding as the horses thunder down the stretch, you know there’s nothing quite like the thrill of a good wager. And if you ask many fans, the Exacta is where that excitement truly comes alive. It’s the bet that asks you to be bold […]
Whether you’re standing trackside at Cheltenham or watching the Kentucky Derby from your sofa, there’s a common theme at every horse racing event – racing lingo. Some of it sounds poetic (“on the bridle”), some sounds mysterious (“drawn wide”), and some, frankly, like code from a secret club. But do you understand anything? If not, […]