Today's Japan Horse Racing Picks

Firm

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

Yielding

A rain-soaked turf condition often producing a slick or heavy course and slower finish times.

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.