Inside Track: Insider's Guide to Horse Racing
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| Rating | : | 4.31 (610 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1581503431 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 112 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-10-21 |
| Language | : | English |
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Written with the knowledge that there’s a huge learning curve for newcomers to horse racing and there were no books out there acting as a beginner’s guide to the sport. The first printing of Inside Track sold out and in 2014 a freshly revised and updated Second Edition of Inside Track: Insider’s Guide to Horse Racing was put into production. In 2011 she first published Inside Track: Insider’s Guide to Horse Racing. She rode profess
This essential handbook and guide to thoroughbred racing contains basic information about racing and some additional fun facts and details for those who want to delve further into the subject. Well-known national racing commentator and former jockey, Donna Barton Brothers, provides an insider's guide to a day at the races with tips on what to wear, how to bet, how to watch a race, and where to see the best racing. Brothers' unique perspective is sure to make the racetrack experience enjoyable, whether it be at the Kentucky Derby or at your local track. Even if you don't need a guide, get it for your friends who are new to horse racing--so tha
She has covered horse racing for the Television Games Network (TVG), ESPN, and in 2000 began working for NBC Sports as their on-track reporter and racing analyst on their thoroughbred horse racing shows. She has since covered the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Belmont Stakes, and Breeders’ Cup among many other thoroughbred horse racing events and races and for NBC Sports and NBCSN. Written with the knowledge that there’s a huge learning curve for newcomers to horse racing and there were no books out there acting as a beginner’s guide to the sport. About the Author Donna Barton Brothers has
"A Winner by Many Lengths" according to hudson-river. This short and easy to digest book was written by someone who grew up in racing, became a jockey following in the boot steps of her mother, married a trainer and continues as a racing commentator. She writes with a straightfoward simplicity about a subject she knows inside and out. Her book is a perfect way to prepare for a wonderful day at the racetrack. You will know what. "Inside Track: Insider's Guide" according to jjrr. Ms. Barton Brothers brings to life 'a day at the races' in her fun and comprehensive guide.Ms. Brothers explains what to wear, what to bring, what to look for before, during and after the race, how and when to bet, the complex racing terminology, all about the horses, jockeys and owners, the different races, names to know and look for, and about training horses etc.This boo. for the real beginner dqh Living near the Saratoga track, I wasn't reallyinto the sport; but did go to the track from time-to-time. What is in this book was really nothng newto me. It is a good guide if you've never beento a thoroughbred track. It might be good for thosewho don't pick up ideas quickly, as they might findthe book handy. Sorry, but I had such great hopes forthis book. I disappointed m