Today's Horseshoe Indianapolis Horse Racing Picks

Firm

A dry turf course, equal to a ‘fast’ dirt track.

Starter Race

An allowance race restricted to horses who have started for a certain claiming price recently.

Fractions

The times recorded during the race; with timing starting just past the gate or when the gates open, then parroted for the quarter, half, three-quarters etc. Used as an indication of ability and speed.