Best Bets
A best bet is the runner you are most confident about on the day. The professionals have far fewer of them than most punters think, and that is one reason they win.
How the pros pick a best bet
- Be selective: bet only in races where you have a real opinion. Passing a race is not a loss.
- Insist on value: a good horse at a short price is not always a good bet. Compare the price with your own view of its chance.
- Check the conditions: distance, track condition, barrier and weight all have to suit.
- Stake to your confidence: keep a set betting bank, and never chase losses.
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