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I was ready to blame the post office but now I'm not so sure. I never received this book nor did the seller reply to my e-mail.
One of the best ever written imo. A well written book that has a lot of value to the handicapper.
It is probably ready for another revision as new aspects of horse racing have come into play over the last 5 years. Useful information and definitely not for beginners. Great for handicappers trying to take the next step.
Davidowitz looks at multiple scenarios and outlines sample tickets to go with each. If you combine the ideas and methods in this book with those in Crists "Exoctic Betting", you would have a very fine grasp on wagering strategies.
Those who are $2 bettors or play with a limited bankroll can learn a lot from this text, but many of the ideas and methods will be difficult to incorporate. One word of caution, this book is definitely for more advanced players.
I've read pretty much everything that's been printed on playing the horses.this book ranks at the top of them all. Davidowitz develops several different strategies for betting in that situation, as well as suggests that appropriate amount of bankroll to be used.
However, I would still recommned this book to anyone who wants to expand his horseracing knowledge. In my opinion, the most valuable part of this book is the chapter dealing with ticket construction.
For example, is there a race where you like one or two horses fairly strongly and want to play a trifecta.
There is no book on the market that will make a winner out of a nonwinner without effort as in any other great endeavor. This reviewer will also confirm this to be true. Steve, as a responsible author points this out.
It should become evident soon after the opening chapter how complex and laborious the life of a professional horse bettor must be to hold an edge over the betting public. (2% remain the same consistent winners day after day). This is clearly one of the best books ever written on Thoroughbred Handicapping.
It takes an immense amount of never ending study to remain financially solvent as a bettor. I give this book a 5 Star Rating for leaving no stone unturned in the handicapping picture. Steve is a genuine winning handicapper himself, and reveals what it takes to win.
The percentage of winning bettors at any given track on any given day has been estimated to be 5%.
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