There is no time to maneuver for position or come from behind in the final stretch run as in Thoroughbred racing. The American Quarter Horse may be America's most consistent athlete. But that's not saying American Quarter Horse racing lacks the excitement of winning long shots. The key is knowing how to cash in on those rewards yourself. The answer is knowledge.
Class is probably the most important factor in handicapping.
Analyze everything you see, hear or read in the context of class. In the most basic sense, class refers to the ability to win, produce winners and develop high quality, competitive races. Class not only involves racehorses, but sires and dams, owners, breeders, trainers, jockeys, races and even tracks. Think of class in terms of levels of excellence and a competitive edge. Here's an example of class in a racehorse compared to other athletes.