unknown-track - Race 5

Handicap

A race where a handicapper has assigned weights to be carried by all runners on the basis of their past racing efforts.

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.