Many people like to be able to spot a horse that others wouldn't choose at long odds. A prediction by the Track Line Maker of what the final odds will be based on how the public wagers. It depends on the line maker whether the prediction is accurate. Many people often get confused thinking that the Morning Line is an indicator of the possible winner. This is one critical area of handicapping.
Many people bet exclusively on favorites without handicapping the races.
The payoff is usually much better. The trick is finding those horses that are false favorites and not talking yourself into believing a favorite isn't qualified to win today's race. Past Performance . Reading the Daily Racing Form, or any document that contains the past performances, is not as difficult as it may look. Beginners Guide from DRF DRF's Past Performances Beyer Speed Figures and the Track Varient Abbreviations and Symbols Post position.