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There are many problems associated with beating the trifecta. Punters probably don’t realise the task they are taking on when they tackle this bet. Question 1: Can you predict the 1-2-3 fi...
There are two groups of punters who invariably go to the races, or their TAB agencies, with the percentages piled high against them. They are the backers of favourites and longshots. No matter wh...
The late Don Scott once wrote that the best form of exotic betting is the trifecta. I think he was right. Don said picking a trifecta winning bet was a test of skill rather than a game of chance. ...
This is Part 1 of a two-part exclusive interview with Australia's greatest professional punter, the late Don Scott, by PPM's Brian Blackwell. Scott discusses his lifestyle, his approach to punt...
PPM reader Kerrin Brown has been enjoying success as a “lay” operator on Betfair. In this article he relates his personal story, and how he makes money from his operation. The first time I w...
You would like to back a winner every two selections? That’s a 50 per cent win strike. Some dream! But maybe it’s not so crazy. After all, picking two horses a race and making a ‘book’ by savin...
The April / May 2017 issue of Practical Punting Magazine is now available, just click on the green button for instant access.
When Deane Lester talks racing, people listen. Deane’s rapid rise to the top of his profession has earned him respect as a key media form analyst. His peers are the first to say he’s shrewd...
Greyhound racing is probably the best system under which a punter in Australia can risk - or rather, invest - his hard earned dough. To my way of thinking there is nothing so good as a standout "...
In last month's issue I mentioned the wise advice that a very astute professional punter gave me many years ago. He told me never to bet unless I was extremely confident that I had a better chance...
Wins by Tameer and Rightfully Yours at Flemington confirmed both will be tested at Group One level this spring.The David Hayes-trained Tameer earned herself a start in next month's Thousand Guineas...
EAGLE FARM Acceptances on Saturday 5th June, 2010TAB MEETING. Rail: True Entire Course. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------1-12.10 MITTYS CLASS 6 PLATE ...
Sunshine Coast: Sunshine Coast Turf Club Saturday July 2 2011 Meeting Type: Metro (TAB MEETING)Rail Position: Out 2 metres Entire CircuitRace 1 - 12:15PM CONTOUR CONSULTING ENGINEERS BENCHMARK 89 H...