Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth with non-runner, no bet

In many ways, today’s punters have never had it so good. Odds-table websites allow them to compare one bookmaker’s offering to another, they can bet at any hour of the day, and Betfair offers the opportunity to become a bookmaker (by laying) as well as a traditional bettor.

More specific to wagering on racing, guaranteed odds are a remarkable incentive, particularly for the more recreational gambler. At Naas recently, I tipped a horse ...