Researching horse racing form?

Question

Can anyone tell me the top ten things to take into consideration when researching horse racing form. Any help would be much appreciated, thanks

Answer 1

Here's my top three things:

1. Recent form

2. In first three prices of betting market

3. High Racing Post Ratings

Answer 2

Beyer speed figures,work out times,pedigree,class drop,track condition,connections (trainers,jockeys,owners)how much speed is in the race which horses are front runners,stalkers,closers.Horses coming off lay offs.Look for value on tote board,and past performances