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Record 1 2005-09-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Horse Racing and Equestrian Sports
  • Games of Chance
CONT

Over a period of a time a flat bed (betting the same amount) on each race is certain to incur a net loss. That doesn't mean that on a particular day you can't end up with a gain from your betting. A "long shot" or two can make any day a success, but typically thay are few and far between.

CONT

A flat bet on all "overlaid" early speed horses in 2-turn route races shows the potential for profit.

CONT

Even if we are wrong in our pick-three selections, we can make a profit with a flat bet ... make a flat bet (win, place and show) on the horse we like most.

Key term(s)
  • flat betting
  • flat wagering

French

Domaine(s)
  • Courses hippiques et sports équestres
  • Jeux de hasard

Spanish

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