How much money should one expect to spend in a horse race?

Question

Belmont Park in particular

Answer 1

(Just to let you know because my knowledge of the sport may lead you to assume im so old man but I'm only 17 but am very experienced at horse racing.I can read the racing form very well)Well i'm accustom to So. Cal. racing because thats where i live but i follow the races there alot.Belmont is a good track to win money.It all depends on your budget.Spread your money out according to your confidence level in the wagers and horses you choose.Just a tip:A pick 3 is very affordable....try and find a race to single a horse you like alot in the first leg and spread in the 2nd and 3rd legs maybe 3 or 4 horses each in the 2nd and 3rd legs especially since Belmont offers plenty of turf racing which any real handicapper will agree that there grass races are usually pretty wide open and unpredictable sometimes leading to great payoffs.Maybe no more than $100 you will spend but it all depends on what kinda gambler you are.That's the best chance you might have to win at a competitive track like Belmont and when in doubt bet on Garrett Gomez(jockey) its worth it.Good Luck on your Handicapping antics

Answer 2

This is a wide open question?

Entrance into Belmont Park on any race day other than Belmont Stakes day is under $5.  Food and Drinks will range from $3 to $10 or so.  And the least amonut of a bet that you can make is $1.  There are usually between 9 and 13 races per race day. Saying you bet a average of $6 per race with lunch and drinks,  a reasonable amount you could expect to spend would be approximately is $85

Answer 3

The price of the horse is the least you should be thinking about. Trainer, feed, vet bills and a lot more you should think about. The cost is all the same for a $100,000 horse or a $5,000 runner. Get ready to dig deep.

Answer 4

I would most likely say besides betting probably around at least $150 to $200 depending on how long you stay and how many kids you have with you when you go.

Answer 5

Spending varies according to the budge of the buyer and the quality of race level competition.  There are modest claiming prices for minimal investments.  The return on investment is often relative to the competition level.  Purse values increase with competition level.

$10,000 is a good threshold for proven 4,5, or 6YO gelding.  Dependable reliable performers or "paying their way" thoroughbreds begin around here.

Answer 6

$20.00 per race.....

$4.00 to win on my top pick

$2.00 to place and show on my top pick

and a $1.00 exacta box with my 4 top picks....$12.00

total is 20.00 per race......