Understanding A Horses Pace

Pace handicapping is about understanding the energy dynamics of a race and developing a successful predictive strategy. Knowing when and how a horse is likely to use his energy can tell you remarkable things about a horserace before the horses ever leave the gate.
 
Horses have a preferred method of running, and left to their own devices, will usually run in the style that is comfortable for them. Knowing how each horse in a race is likely to behave will give you valuable information about the nature of the race, which horses are at an advantage, and what the likely outcome will be.

Pace handicapping can be an important part of a winning strategy if you take the time to evaluate the race as a whole. Multiple early pace horses set the stage for fast paced races. The faster the pace, the more likely an upset will occur, allowing a horse running off the lead to gain the advantage. Predictive race analysis can tell you what racing style to look for in your candidate, and what the potential pitfalls are.

To find out about the three horse types, front runners, mid-pack horses and late runners check the full ‘understanding pace’ article at the website.

Posted in Sports on Thursday 6th of November 2008 11:50:32 AM