Today's GB - Carlisle Horse Racing Picks

Stakes Race

Stakes Races are known as better class races, with higher purses and often accompanies by trophies.

Synthetic Surface

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

Paddock

The area where horses gather before the race to be saddled and paraded for the public.