A Dictionary Of Horse Racing Terms - E And F
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A Comprehensive Guide to Horse Racing Terms: E and F
Overview
Word Count: 1018
Keywords: horse racing terms, Betfair, filly, favorite, form, field, each way
Introduction
Understanding horse racing terms can enhance your appreciation of the sport. Let's dive into the key terms starting with "E" and "F."
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EACH WAY BET
An Each Way Bet involves placing equal stakes on a horse to win and to place. In the past, bookmakers were hesitant to accept these bets from regular punters unless for major events like the Grand National and the Derby. However, today, most bookmakers readily accept them and prominently advertise the odds.
You can make Each Way Bets with credit bookmakers, both on and off course, including betting shops and exchanges like Betfair.
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EBF (European Breeders Fund)
Established in June 1983, the European Breeders Fund was initiated by breeders from France, Great Britain, and Ireland. Stallion owners contribute annually, based on the median covering fee of sires.
In Britain, proceeds support prize money for horses sired by British stallions, veterinary research, and owner premiums for certain flat races.
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ENTIRE
A horse that has not been castrated or gelded is referred to as "entire."
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ENTRIES
Entries for races are typically made five days before the event at Weatherbys. Weights are allocated the day after, depending on race conditions, with the official handicapper handling handicaps.
Entries can be withdrawn up to the day before the race, but by then, the intention to race must be declared. The overnight declaration stage involves trainers sending their declarations to Weatherbys.
Acceptors: After the forfeit stage, the remaining horses are listed as acceptors, especially in major races.
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FAVORITE
The horse with the shortest betting odds is the favorite. If two horses share these odds, they are joint favorites. More than two sharing short odds are co-favorites.
Favorites play a significant role in various betting strategies on platforms like Betfair.
For more on this, visit: [Betfair-Trade.com/articles](http://www.Betfair-Trade.com/articles).
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FIELD
1. Number of Runners: The term "field" often refers to the number of horses in a race. For example, "The field for the Derby is the smallest since 1970."
2. Shortest-Priced Horse: From a punter's perspective, when a bookie announces “six to four the field,” it indicates the favorite’s odds.
3. Bookmakers' Record: A bookmaker’s field book tracks bets and prices. While traditionally a clipboard, it’s now often digital.
4. Total Stakes: The total amount bet on a race is known as field money, from which a bookmaker earns profit or incurs loss.
5. Betting Strategy: Historically, laying against the favorite was known as "fielding against the favorite."
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FILLY
A female thoroughbred between two and four years old is called a filly. At five, she becomes a mare. Race enthusiasts often show a particular fondness for fillies.
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FORM
A horse's racecourse achievements are recorded in the formbook, which is then used by the sporting press and others. A horse with little chance is deemed to have no chance “on the book.”
Analogous to music notes creating different interpretations, the formbook provides data for analysis. The phrase "The Coventry Stakes form is working well" indicates horses from that race are performing consistently.
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FRONT RUNNER
Front runners prefer to lead the pack from the start. Their strategy is discussed in publications like Timeform and the Racing Post.
Tracks like Chester and Sandown benefit front runners. Notable examples include Desert Orchid and Reference Point (winner of the 1987 Derby and St. Leger).
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FULL BROTHER, FULL SISTER
Horses with the same dam and sire are full siblings, though their racecourse abilities may differ. Those sharing only a dam are half siblings.
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By understanding these terms, you'll gain greater insight into horse racing and make informed decisions, whether you're a punter or an enthusiast.
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