Today's NZH - Westport Horse Racing Picks

Blinkers

A hood worn on a horse’s head to limit side vision, which can improve concentration. Blinkers are added or removed to relax a horse or give it more focus.

Workout

A workout is a timed sprint over varying distances prior to a race, meant to get a horse fit enough for competition.

Show Wager

Betting on a horse to finish in the first three spots, which pays out the same whether they win or run second or third.