Los Alamitos Quarter Horse - Race 4

Sloppy

A wet racetrack condition, typically with a firm base and water settling on top.

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.

Yielding

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