by Steve Byk
first published on April 24, 2003 

Horseplayers use all kinds of formulas to select winners. The potential for computations using speed figures, track variants, pace, and whatnot is unending. When picking the Derby, trackgoers reach down especially deep in their handicapping bag of tricks. But certain basics remain a constant, and we’ve come up with a formula to get a snapshot of the “playability” of the contenders…
(Form + Pedigree) / (Logic x Gut Feel) – Value = Derby Picks!!

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