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• Although some people, websites, or books may attest to have developed a sure-fire system to winning all bets placed on horse racing, there is no way to ensure that you will win all the time. Like any form of gambling, the right combination of luck, knowledge and effective strategy is required to win big at the track.

• The best way to win at the horse track is to make well-informed and well-placed bets. To do so, learn everything you can and stay well informed about all aspects of the the sport, including:

1. The horses
2. The Jockeys
3. The odds
4. The track
5. The wagers

• Knowing the basics of horse racing is not enough: You'll also have to ensure that your knowledge remains current. Stay abreast of what's going on by subscribing to racing magazines, visiting websites and, if possible, getting to know some of the key players and employees at your local track. Try to stay aware of:

1. Horses' histories: How they have placed in recent races, whether they have suffered any illnesses or injuries, how well they perform in long or short-distance races
2. Jockey performance: Some jockeys, like horses, perform well under certain conditions. Sometimes an accomplished jockey can turn an inexperienced or typically poor performing horse into a winner
3. Track conditions: Weather and track maintenance can affect race outcomes and may influence how well different horses perform

• Be sure you know what the different odds and wagers mean and how well they pay out. Remember, just because you are at the track, that doesn't mean that you have to bet on all, or even any of the races. If you are uninformed about the horses running a race, you may be better off not to bet on that particular race. Although the payouts will be smaller, you will always have a better chance of winning when the odds are lower. Placing small, well-informed bets with lower odds will earn you a better track record than betting on a whim or on outcomes with 100:1 odds.