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With you research done and the first race approaching, now is the time to place your bet and watch the race unfold.
The Parade Ring
If you own Grandstand or Members tickets you can take a closer look at each horse before the race. Which one catches your eye? If you're unsure what you should be looking for, take a quick peek at our guide to picking a winner which gives you some good pointers.
Betting
You are now ready to place your bet. There are three ways in which racegoers can place a bet at the racecourse:
- The Tote
- Bookmakers
- Racecourse betting shop
Read our Guide to Betting for a full explanation of how to place your bet and understanding betting.
Watching the Race
The Grandstand will give you the best views of the race. However, there also TV screens around the course if you do not have Grandstand tickets. Some of the bigger meetings also have giant screens on which you can follow the action.
However, one of the best places is to stand right by the rails so you can see the horses thundering past, an absolutely breathtaking spectacle. It's also often possible to stand next to one of the hurdles or fences so you can get a sense of the energy and power of the horses as they fly past.
After the Race
If you have Grandstand or Members tickets you can share the triumph of the winners as they are presented with their trophies in the Winner's Enclosure. Or if you've got a winner of your own head back to the same place you placed your bet and collect your winnings!
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