Today's NZ - Te Teko Horse Racing Picks

Apprentice

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

Tack

The equipment the horse wears, including saddle and bridle. A jockey typically has their own racing saddle, placed on each horse they ride just before the race.

Paddock

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