Handicapping is what makes golf and horse racing so competitive.
In golf, players of modest ability can compete against – and beat – opponents who are a lot better at the game. The handicap system – based on players’ scoring history over a long time – allows the happy hackers to play a few extra shots in their endeavour to get the small ball into that little hole.
How racegoers flirt with Lady Luck
Scratch even the most serious-minded punter, trainer, owner or jockey and, just below the surface, you’ll find someone taking no chances with the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune.
Old man Silvano has the ladies queueing up
The first Sunday of September was a red-letter day for Silvano, champion thoroughbred stallion supreme.
Spring in the step of Buffalo Bill Cody
A double bill of Grade 2 features kicks off the Highveld Spring Season at Turffontein on Saturday.
Frankie Dettori enabled for another Magnificent Seven
Horse racing fans know just one name when it comes to beating the astronomical odds.
Let’s polish Kimberley’s diamond in the rough
Flamingo Park’s weekly race meetings incurred losses of R23.5 million per annum – leaving a rather, ahem, Big Hole in the balance sheet.
Abashiri, French Navy look best in London News Stakes.
Rain could have impact on fitness of Vaal runners.
If he doesn’t win, don’t expect to see many dry eyes in the no 1 box.
Piere sees two strong bankers in Vaal Pick 6.
The Rainbow Nation does exist.
New Predator is the horse with the best form and a good draw.
Jockeys delighted with the repairs done to the Vaal Classic track.
Repaired courses get the thumbs up from the jockeys.
Build up a kitty for the day with a bet on Ossetra in Race 1
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