Sometimes all your best plans just don’t work. Punters probably thought that when watching the Prix de L’arc de Triomphe on October 3. Torquator Tasso was the winner at Longchamp with astonishing odds of 80/1. This was no run-of-the-mill race, it had some of the best horses in the world taking part.  With the Breeders’ Cup being held next month, how can you pick some winners?

Hindsight is a wonderful thing. That’s what is always said after when a winner that delights the owners of sportsbooks occurs. Those thoughts you never had when considering who to bet on, suddenly appear when you look at the form of the long odds winner.

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thoroughbred racehorses training on a horse track in preperation for an international horse race on an early morning, Friday 18th of October 2019, Melbourne, Victoria

Everyone’s excited about the Melbourne Cup as it’s fast approaching. And regardless if you’re an amateur or seasoned punter, you’ll always do everything in your power to win bets in this prestigious race. You’re in luck. Below are some tips on how you can place your bets and raise your odds of winning.

However, before you start reading these tips, make sure to take note of this Melbourne Cup horses list, as most of the information listed here relies on getting to knowing these horses intimately.

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Incentivise has emerged as the favourite for the 2021 Melbourne Cup after an eye-catching victory in the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington Racecourse on Saturday.

In what was expected to be a mouth-watering clash with Verry Elleegant, a leading Melbourne Cup contender, in the Turnbull Stakes, Incentivise underlined his burgeoning reputation with a stylish victory at Flemington.

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10 Horse Trainers worth watching in 2021

When you are placing a bet on a horse, there are many different things you need to consider. 

These elements should include what type of race they are running, where they are running, who is riding them, and how well they have done so far this season. 

Another key element to consider when betting on a horse is who has trained that horse. 

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The horse racing community is starting to prepare for the triple crown races for next year. Although the first race is still months and months away, many people are becoming so excited for next year’s races. It is highly anticipated that everything will be back to normal by next year, and this will be the first time people will experience these races without the fear of the COVID-19.

It may be the reason why horse race enthusiasts are looking forward to next year. One of the biggest races in the industry will be the Preakness Stakes, and if you are planning to witness this event live, you must remember all these things below before you go.

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Want to start betting on horse races but don’t know where to? Our quick-start guide will give you the insights you need to kick off. Horse racing betting can seem stressful at first, but it’s actually pretty straightforward once you get the hang of it.

Most sportsbooks use a lot of horse racing terminology that is confusing to the beginner. Knowing the basic lingo before you sit down at the racetrack will help you to choose the right online betting platform to ensure you’re getting the best deal, balance the buy-back and the odds you are offered, and just enjoy the whole process to the fullest.

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The Group 1 Australian Guineas takes place at the Flemington racecourse. For years, this venue has served as the host of this annual racing competition. It was only in 1997 when it was hosted in Caulfield. The Australian Guineas was inaugurated in 1986 as a Group 3 horse race but later upgraded to Group 1 after the 1987 race.

The competition features three-year-olds running at set weights over a distance of 1600 meters. The race is held during the autumn carnival, with the grand prize set at $1,000,000. The Australian Guineas 2021 is scheduled to take place on 27th Feb 2021.

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There is no doubt that sport is a crucial part of society and something which most of us love to watch or play. Football, for example, offers plenty of drama – on and off the pitch (as Thomas Tuchel’s benching of Christian Pulisic at Chelsea showed). One of the most popular sports around the world is horse racing. From the UK to the USA, Australia, Hong Kong, France and more, this is a sport which attracts many fans.

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Some fans enjoy sports betting because it tests their knowledge and dedication of the game. Others enjoy it because it is just plain fun and entertaining. With so many new countries pushing positive legislation towards sports betting, now may be the best time ever to get involved. If you are new to this world, here are some of the most exciting sports for wagering.

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