Main Track Only

A horse entered for main track only (MTO) is one hoping the weather forecast or track conditions will move the race off the turf course and onto the main track. They are scratched the morning of the race if the conditions stay dry.

Sloppy

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

Show Wager

Betting on a horse to finish in the first three spots, which pays out the same whether they win or run second or third.