With the advent of technology comes the evolution of horse racing protocols. Telephones, telegraphs and radios became essential tools in “broadcasting” the actual race through the wires. Back then, this technology had already enabled some entrepreneurial minded players to establish off-track betting stations. Bookies became mobile, often setting up shop where radios were accessible. Certainty about the outcomes of the races could be immediately established even if the players were not physically present or anywhere near the race tracks. Other impertinent information was also sent through the wires like the horses’ pedigree, trainers, owners, last races’ performances, handicap details, etc – encouraging players to develop many types of wagering systems.

It should be noted that there are free horse gambling tips, and then there are free horse gambling tips. Seasoned players know when they see a good tip. Nonetheless, here are a few general tips that would hopefully increase your handicapping skills. Place your money on the favorite, for a 33% of a win. Research: an uninformed bet is a good as a wasted bet. Check backgrounds of horses, jockeys and trainers.

 Place your money where everyone’s heart is – the favorite runner in any race usually becomes the favored contender for a reason. The favorite has the best odds among all other runners, and it is also the one that has the most money wagered upon. Statistics show that 33% of the time, the favorite wins the races “on the nose.”

If you can, you should check the horse racing program for a list of trainers and jockey standings. This racing program should include the number of wins a runner has as of the last race. The rule of thumb is that the highest ranked riders generally ride the best horses, and the best trainers usually have the highest win percentage. If you take that into account, you as the player may also increase your win-frequency.

Researching also involves learning all about the horses. Don’t bet on a horse simply because you like its name or color. One thing you must learn is that how experienced the horse is. It is not unusual to find that some horses do not go on their winning streaks until several races later. For graded stakes races, you may not want to place a thick bankroll on any horse that has never run the course before.