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Win
A bet to finish in first place.
Place Bet
Bet to finish first or second.
Show
Bet a horse to get third place.
Trifecta
A wager picking the first three finishers in exact order. Called a 'Triactor' in Canada and a 'Triple' in some parts of the U.S. ('Tricast' in the UK.)
Trifecta Box
A trifecta wager in which all possible combinations using a given number of horses are bet upon. The total number of combinations can be calculated according to the formula (x3)-(3x2)+(2x), where x equals the amount of horses in the box. The sum of the formula is then multiplied by the amount wagered on each combination.
Exacta (Also, Perfecta)
A wager that picks the first two finishers in a race in the exact order of finish. (Straight Forecast in the UK.)
Exacta Box
A wager in which all possible combinations using a given number of horses are covered.
Superfecta
A wager that picks the first four finishers in a race in the exact order of finish.
Daily Double
Type of wager calling for the selection of winners of two consecutive races, usually the first and second.
Pick 3 (P3)
Type of wager calling for the selection of winners of three consecutive races.
Pick 4 (P4)
Type of wager calling for the selection of winners of four consecutive races.
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