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Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind
What many people probably realize is that the simulcast outlet that takes a show wager is liable for any minus pool costs associated with that wager. However, what some may not know is that many simulcast outlets will not allow show wagering on a specific race even if the host track allows it. Subsequently, this will increase the likelihood of any bridge jumping taking place at the host track, or other sites that allow it.
In races with minus pools, those accepting those bets are essentially deviating from the pari-mutual system, and actually gambling on the results. It's sort of interesting.
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Isn't this a relatively new tactic for tracks to back away from taking a bet even though the law states that the minimum payout is 2.10? TVG was blaming NYRA for pulling show betting on that race even though as you said and I have witnessed them pulling show betting even when the track had it.