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It Can Be Done: Exposing the myth that all horse racing punters are destined to lose
Betting on horses? The bookies always come out on top in the long run, don't they? That widely held view is challenged by award-winning journalist Kevin Blake.
"Think it isn't possible to beat the bookies without inside info? Well, it isn't. And Kevin Blake shows you how." - Graham Cunningham, Channel 4 Racing.
"Kevin truly lays bare the myth that it is not possible to make a long-term profit from betting on racehorses" - Donn McClean, Sunday Times
"An absolute gem for punters great and small. With simple language and elaborate detail, Kevin offers a unique insight into his studious, disciplined and ultimately successful approach to gambling. Reading it will inevitably make you a better bettor." - Richard Forristal, Irish Independent.
"Think it isn't possible to beat the bookies without inside info? Well, it isn't. And Kevin Blake shows you how." - Graham Cunningham, Channel 4 Racing.
"Kevin truly lays bare the myth that it is not possible to make a long-term profit from betting on racehorses" - Donn McClean, Sunday Times
"An absolute gem for punters great and small. With simple language and elaborate detail, Kevin offers a unique insight into his studious, disciplined and ultimately successful approach to gambling. Reading it will inevitably make you a better bettor." - Richard Forristal, Irish Independent.
166 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 8, 2014
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October 30, 2018
Imagine the difference between a lottery player and a stock trader. At a basic level, both are playing games of chance. However, there is a difference - a lottery player is trusting luck to get results, while a stock trader is analysing the companies he/she invests in to make educated betting decisions.
A similar thing is at play here - Blake is taking advantage of all the knowledge at his disposal - horse temperament, ground conditions, trainers, jockeys, prior form, race distance, etc... and is betting on select horses that offer favourable odds in the market.
The book is a fascinating insight into the world of horse racing, a blow-by-blow account of his 2013 professional betting year. Why he chose horses, what he learned from races, how he reacts to wins/losses. Very interesting.
A similar thing is at play here - Blake is taking advantage of all the knowledge at his disposal - horse temperament, ground conditions, trainers, jockeys, prior form, race distance, etc... and is betting on select horses that offer favourable odds in the market.
The book is a fascinating insight into the world of horse racing, a blow-by-blow account of his 2013 professional betting year. Why he chose horses, what he learned from races, how he reacts to wins/losses. Very interesting.
January 23, 2020
Excellent book and very informative
This is a realistic and fascinating book with no outrageous claims. It is very well ridden and full of constructive information and is an outstanding read.
This is a realistic and fascinating book with no outrageous claims. It is very well ridden and full of constructive information and is an outstanding read.
April 9, 2020
Informative on Irish racing
Interesting read , always keen to understand the discipline aspect. However i think the elements are the nuances of Irish tracks and how to bet appropriate . Quick read from a profitable bettor
Interesting read , always keen to understand the discipline aspect. However i think the elements are the nuances of Irish tracks and how to bet appropriate . Quick read from a profitable bettor
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