The purpose of off track betting in horse racing is to allow revenues at the tracks to increase. This means that race tracks have a higher income, without the need for an influx of spectators attending.
There are a few establishments located in Edmonton, Canada, that offer off track betting for horse races. Organizations such as Belzac, offer off betting for horse races.
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parimutual wagering on horse racing illegal in Mississippi
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SP, Simply is the Starting Price of the horse at the off, For example 6 to 4 or 3 to 1 for punters not at the track.
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There are several U.S. states that having off track betting locations. These states are Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Louisiana, North Dakota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Maine.
NO OTB, have to go to Turf Paradise, North area of Phoenix, 30 min drive from Mesa...Nice track, great food, lots of Simulcast...
There does not appear to be a purpose other than for entertainment. Betting on the world cup is the same as betting or gambling on any other game. It provides a thrill to person making the bet. Fans bet on their teams to show support as well.
Yes, there usually is betting every open track night.
There are quite a few. The following links will help to provide you with the info you are looking for. http://www.illinoisotb.com/content/view/56/75/ http://www.arlingtonpark.com/trackside/locations