Running style

Often overlooked by novice punters, the running style of a dog and how it is impacted by the configuration of the track and the trap is a very important factor in deciding how each dog will perform on any given day.

Understanding and identifying split positions is the first step to assessing a dog’s running style. Splits are important as they determine how a dog’s style will be affected by different course layouts. In most races, the ‘break’ split is made upon leaving the trap. There are then a series of other splits which occur at different points throughout the race. The position of a dog at these intervals can help assess it’s speed out of the traps, whether or not it is a front or back runner and whether or not it is a strong finisher.

According to which track is being run, the start position can vary. This can be critical in short races as early ‘ bumping’ can mean that the dog who should have won fails to do so due to lack of recovery time. Bettors should note the courses that require an early burst of speed in contrast with those that require a strong finish.

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