Today's Illinois State Fair Horse Racing Picks

Workout

A workout is a timed sprint over varying distances prior to a race, meant to get a horse fit enough for competition.

Condition Book

A list of upcoming races issued by the racing secretary, where the conditions of races to be run over the next few weeks are written.

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.