Today's NZH - Geraldine Horse Racing Picks

Paddock

The area where horses gather before the race to be saddled and paraded for the public.

Exacta

A bet selecting the first and second horses in a race in the correct order. An exacta box refers to paying a little more to ensure they can finish in either order.

Synthetic Surface

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