Today's Rillito Park Horse Racing Picks

Apprentice

A new jockey who has not ridden a certain number of winners in a specified time period.

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.

Stewards

The officials watching every race at a meet to enforce the rules.