Churchill Downs - Race 13

Exercise Rider

A rider built much like a jockey but is employed for exercising and working out horses in the morning.

Synthetic Surface

A racing surface comprised of silica sand and fibers, such as recycled carpet or spandex. The mixture is then sealed with wax.

Pari-Mutuel

A pool style wagering system, where all money input through betting is divided among those with winning tickets (save for various deductions by the track operators).