The claiming game might lack the charisma and star power of Grade 1 stakes, but for many handicappers it’s the bread and butter of horse racing.
Claimers are the races that usually dominate a card in terms of their sheer number, and to fully enjoy a day at the track, an understanding of them is vital.
As simple as they might seem, there are nuances in them that can help steer an astute eye toward a winner. One of them involves what’s at the heart of the matter: a claim.