Today's Running Aces Horse Racing Picks

Synthetic Surface

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

Apprentice

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

Bute

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