Horse racing is referred to as the "Sport of Kings" because that's exactly what it was when it began thousands of years ago, the sport kings loved and participated in. An age-old tradition now, horse track betting has become just as popular as the sport itself. From all over the world, gamblers gather at tracks and off-track betting (OTB) sites to place their wagers on their favorites to win.

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There is no single method that explains how to pick a winning horse. The basic four principles that are considered when picking a winner are usually condition, pace, speed, and class. Once you've analyzed these areas, you can choose the best type of bet to make. There are a combination of bets to be had, and wagers are typically required to fall between the minimum and maximum amounts allowed per race.

The easiest way to bet is on straight wagers. Straight wagers are Win, Place, and Show. These respectively equal first, second, and third place in the race. Horse wagering can be very lucrative, but winning isn't all about picking the fastest horse. Sometimes, the money isn't to be had from choosing the winner of the first place, but in picking the second and third place winners in the right order or in picking multiple winners in several races. These are known as exotic bets and they can often glean the gambler more than straight wagers. Sign up at VIPhorses today to try your hand at the exciting world of horse track betting.