Today's Saratoga Harness Horse Racing Picks

Fractions

The times recorded during the race; with timing starting just past the gate or when the gates open, then parroted for the quarter, half, three-quarters etc. Used as an indication of ability and speed.

Handicap

A race where a handicapper has assigned weights to be carried by all runners on the basis of their past racing efforts.

Mare

A female horse of five years or more.