Today's AU - Moruya Horse Racing Picks

Scratch

A horse is a scratch when injury or other necessity causes it to be withdrawn from the race.

Bute

Shortened word for phenylbutazone, the common non-steroidal medication legal at most racetrack.

Synthetic Surface

A racing surface comprised of silica sand and fibers, such as recycled carpet or spandex. The mixture is then sealed with wax.