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Inside the Rail

In-depth topics to better understand the racing game.

How does Commonwealth Work?

Inside the Rail: Show Me the Money!

Learn how Distributions work

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Written by Chase Chamberlin
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Inside the Rail: Where Does Your $50 Share Go?

$50/share explained

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Written by Chase Chamberlin
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Race Types and Selection

From Condition Book to Starting Gate — The Entry Process Explained

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Written by Chase Chamberlin
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How Late-Summer Form Shapes Breeders’ Cup Dreams and Broodmare Value

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Written by Chase Chamberlin
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How Does a Claiming Race Work?

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Training & Development

Morning Training—What Happens Before The Sun Rises

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Written by Chase Chamberlin
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An Introduction to Choosing the Right Trainer

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Written by Chase Chamberlin
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From Unbroke to the Starting Gate: How Young Horses Learn Their Job

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Pedigree, Performance & More!

Historical Racing Results from Commonwealth-Facilitated Offerings

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Written by Chase Chamberlin
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The Thoroughbred Success Funnel: Why Every Win Matters

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Written by Chase Chamberlin
Updated 2 months ago

Meet America's Elite Jockeys

The horse may grab the headlines, but the jockey often makes the difference. In this edition of our Deep Dive racing education series, meet the five leading jockeys in North America and learn what separates the best from the rest.

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Written by Chase Chamberlin
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