Factors to Consider When a Race Comes Off the Turf
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Turf races are usually a demanding test for handicappers. They can offer full fields, and variables such as tight turns, a leisurely pace, and a horse’s ability to handle grass as opposed to dirt to complicate the quest for picking a winner.
Beyond all that, turf races can also be turned topsy-turvy when dark clouds appear and rain turns sod into bog.
A switch from the turf course to a muddy main track is a surefire way to change the dynamics of a race, and sometimes, unlike lightning, certain horses can strike twice on a wet track.