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Make
most of the race track
Here are ten tips for the rookie punter
guiding him on how to make most of the race track..
1. Make up your mind on how much you are going
to put on the horses on the day. Think of this
as investment capital. Be prudent, and don't go
over board. Make sure that you are comfortable
with the money you are going to bet.
2. Determine how much of the money you are willing
to invest on any particular race. Two percent
is reasonable amount.
3. Try to limit yourself to three-to-five races
if you are concentrating on one track. Of course,
based on the opportunities available you can raise
or lower the limit.
4. Establish the order of preference for your
contenders. Make a "value" line to help
in your track decision.
5. Visualize how a race will be run and don't
be afraid to go against the flow. If you can't
get a clear picture of what's going to happen
beforehand, you probably don't have a good idea
on which horses to bet on.
6. Eliminate the unplayable races and jot down
the potential win bets, singles, exotic wagers,
etc. Never try to take a decision on the spot.
Always plan your day.
7. Never allow your decision to be swayed by
rumours. It's your money, and you should make
it or lose it on the basis of your own opinions.
8. Don't press when you lose or increase your
bet when you win. Protect your investment and
don't be aggressive. Next day and the days after
would bring many opportunities. Winning or losing
on one individual day really doesn't mean a thing.
As with the stock market, only the long term matters.
9. If evidence warrants be flexible enough to
change your way of thinking. Maybe your top selection
is an overbet. Be prepared to move on to your
second or third choices if that's where the 'value'
happens to be.
10. Don't lose your composure or your sense of
humour. Both are weapons to help you overcome
adversity.
Source: Times of India
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