a horse bred in a particular state and thus eligible to compete in special races restricted to state-breds.

fillies and mares, according to their age and time of year, are allowed to carry less weight when meeting males.

a horse being taken in hand by his rider, usually because of being in close quarters.

third position at the finish.

a horse moving up in class.

wager on a horse to finish in the money, third or better.

jacket and cap worn by riders which designate owner of the horse.

three-quarters of a mile; 1,320 yards; 3,960 feet.

one-sixteenth of a mile; 110 yards, 330 feet.

condition of track. Wet on surface with firm bottom.