The Importance of Being Earnest

[MaTH716]

Originally Posted by Dylan Burke

I can't agree with this. If anyone wants a certain amount of integrity in this game, it is, whom you call "gambler". Those I know who invest their time, handicapping acumen and money in the endeavor to make a profit in Racing are no more "gamblers" than those who delve into the stock market and neither of these people want to be cheated.

I think it's a very grey area. Obviously we all want to believe that we are betting on what is a level playing field. But honestly do you think that is the truth?
Has there ever been a time where you saw a horse that you really didn't like based on his PP's, but felt you must include just because of the trainer? It's sad to say, but I really believe that bettors (and I know I have done it on many occasions) include the "this guy has the juice thinking" into their handicapping. Unfortunately it's something that has to be done. What consolation is it to the bettors if a trainer gets a positive weeks after the guilty horse knocked you or someone else out of their pick 4?
The bottom line is, there are only two options players have. Either find another type of gambling or just go with the flow and handicap accordingly.