A Matter Of Merit (1) – Merit Ratings & How They Work
The influence of weight over distance
A Matter Of Merit (2) – Merit Ratings & How They Work
How Weight-for-Age predicts a horse’s improvement
MR Handicapping Works – No Bull
Time for doubters to see the light – a thorough analysis of the application of the MR system in South Africa
Why Horses Carry Weight
Anatomy of a handicap
Weighing Up Races
Challenges facing a handicapper are manyfold
Predicting Staying Ability
Some educated guesswork about a horse’s best distance
Ready To Win
A simple approach to marking your card
The Power Of Ratings
If ratings work for racehorses, why not for stallions?
Judging Fitness
A few clues to help you on race day
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