the area where horses are saddled.

official in charge of the paddock and saddling routine.

a form of wagering that originated in France in which all money bet is divided up among those who have winning tickets, after taxes, takeout and other deductions are made.

a compilation in the Daily Racing Form of a horse’s record, including all pertinent data, used as a basis for handicapping.

officials who observe the progress of a race from various vantage points around the track.

a result so close it is necessary to use a finish-line camera to determine order of finish.

second position at finish.

wager on a horse to finish first or second.