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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...
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 finishin...
Let me ask you a question. If you bet on a horse and you see its price rise or fall dramatically, how do you feel? If you feel sick when the horse's odds spiral upwards and smug when they fall, I'...
I’ve spent years trying to beat the TAB and bookies and I’ve lost my bank more times than I can remember. There have been a few big wins; as many as a man with only three fingers could count on ...
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 "...
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...
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. ...
They call it 'deep state' handicapping. It's the method used by shrewd computer geeks to make millions of dollars on Hong Kong racing. The average punter has no idea of the penetrating analys...
A new scientific truth does not triumph by convincing its opponents and making them see the light, but rather because its opponents eventually die and a new generation grows up that is familiar wi...
Jon Hudson, a professional punter for many years, and now one of PPM's leading contributors, reveals the secrets of how you CAN make money at punting- if only you take the time. Is it really poss...
I'll Have Another 15/1, under first-time Derby rider Mario Gutierrez, emerged from mid-pack and wore down pacesetting Bodemeister to win the $2,219,600 Kentucky Derby by 1.5 lengths. Dullahan ralli...
Be warned...Weather forecasters are predicting rain - and lots of it - for Derby Day at Flemington on Saturday. The track is currently in the Dead range but that could change if the expected wet we...
Star Sydney 3YO Manawanui has firmed in betting for next Sat's Victoria Derby 2500m following his impressive win over 2040m at Moonee Valley. Starting the day as a $3.40 chance, Manawanui is now at...
David Hayes is confident he can win his first SA Derby with Extra Zero despite the colt having been beaten twice in Classics this season.Hayes said Extra Zero, who was second to Monaco Consul in th...
The trainer of the AJC Australian Derby favourite is happy for his horse to be reduced to a support role on Saturday."I don't mind playing second fiddle to a champion like Black Caviar," John Bary,...
Weather killer...The prospect of bad weather is hitting ticket sales for the Flemington carnival. VRC chief Dale Monteith says: 'It's very galling when you look outside and just see this wonderful ...
Well before she was legged into the saddle on the 100-1 chance Rebel Raider in the $1.5 million Victoria Derby, Clare Lindop knew the biggest day in Australian racing was hers.When she guided the c...
A long-term plan by trainer Mike Moroney may be about to pay dividends with exciting Pins 3YO Rhythm To Spare