Racing Lingo

[punta]

Hey guys

Not much of a horse racing expert but im keen to learn. Sports is more my field of espertise.
Haven't actually started betting on races yet but im picking what i would bet and seeing how i would go.
I have been watching the races on TV and there are a few things that i dont know what they mean so id thought id ask her.

When talking about the market, i hear people say a horse has moved a "point". Does a point equal a dollar?

Ive also heard terms like"winkers", "tongue ties"

Can anyone explain what these are and why a trainer would use these.

If there is a website explaining racing lingo then that would make it easier for everyone.

Thanks in advanced
Punta

[Stix]

"False Start" - where some idiot lets the field go and the $2.00 fav is not even in the stalls !! (Read Race 4 Werribee :eek: )

[TheAvenger]

For what its worth... In U.S. racing, a false start like Werribee 4 would result in the race being cancelled.


Regards,

Glenn

[Kanga]

Hey guys

Not much of a horse racing expert but im keen to learn. Sports is more my field of espertise.
Haven't actually started betting on races yet but im picking what i would bet and seeing how i would go.
I have been watching the races on TV and there are a few things that i dont know what they mean so id thought id ask her.

When talking about the market, i hear people say a horse has moved a "point". Does a point equal a dollar?

Ive also heard terms like"winkers", "tongue ties"

Can anyone explain what these are and why a trainer would use these.

If there is a website explaining racing lingo then that would make it easier for everyone.

Thanks in advanced
Punta
Punta, yes a point = a dollar in Oz.

Here's a good link mate, should have everything you need, good luck.
http://www.racingvictoria.net.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=61&Itemid=111

[punta]

thanks kanga
just what i was looking for
much appreciated mate
thanks