Today's NZ - Avondale Horse Racing Picks

State-Bred

A horse bred in a particular state and thus eligible to race in restricted state-bred races. These can be anything from maiden races to stakes events.

Bolt

A sudden veering to the inside or outside rail, often caused by the horse spooking or shying from something.

Apprentice

A new jockey who has not ridden a certain number of winners in a specified time period.