lame
A term used to describe a horse that is limping, has difficulty walking or is sore.
lame
A term used to describe a horse that is limping, has difficulty walking or is sore.
late double
A second daily double offered during the latter part of the program.
lead [LED]
Lead weights carried in pockets on both sides of the saddle, used to make up the difference between the actual weight of the jockey and the weight the horse has been assigned to carry during the race.
leaky roof circuit
Minor tracks.
length
A measurement approximating the length of a horse, used to denote distance between horses in a race.
listed race
A stakes race just below a group race or graded race in quality.
lock
Slang for a “sure” winner.
