Today's NZH - Westport Horse Racing Picks

Claiming Race

A race in which horses are entered for a certain price, or claiming tag, which is also their sales price. An owner can claim any horse entered for the tag before the race begins, and owns them as soon as the gates open.

Sloppy

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

Fast

A dry dirt track that is typically an ideal racing surface.