The drugged racehorse

[Thoroughbred Fan]

Drugged gamblers, what do you look for to spot them? I have several criteria that make me suspicious. No I can't PROVE any gambler was drugged, but lets not be naive here.

1. Step one: suspicious early betting action. Sometimes it hits you like a sledgehammer; they unexpectedly try to bet the derby in January. Some folks are delusional about pickingthe Derby winner early others are on drugs.

2. Shabby appearance in the betting line. Off balance, bad attitude and ready to to fall at any moment. Signs of lethary and confusion.

3. No speed. They are trying to read the book even tho they can't seem to focus on the small print. They are completely oblivious to me screaming from the back of the line.

4. Often switch betting strategy at the window. It doesn't have to be a better strategy. They bet horses you know are stiffs.

5. Last and not least, they ask you for money.

If you suspect a gambler fits these criteria, runs away from them and mark him down as one to avoid next time out. There are several at my local Magna crapped on track as we speak. I will not name them but if you take a whiff when you enter, you can figure it out.