Today's Will Rogers Downs Horse Racing Picks

Bute

Shortened word for phenylbutazone, the common non-steroidal medication legal at most racetrack.

Tack

The equipment the horse wears, including saddle and bridle. A jockey typically has their own racing saddle, placed on each horse they ride just before the race.

Allowance Race

A race with non-claiming conditions set by the racing secretary. They are meant to be a step down from stakes racing.