Horse Racing Betting Tips Explained

Whether you're just getting started with horse racing bets or you're on the hunt for some solid tipster advice, you're in the right spot!

These days, you don't have to look far to find a good horse racing tip. Whether it's a casual race on a Tuesday at Newmarket or the iconic Cheltenham Festival, there's no shortage of betting tips online. But, with a sea of tipster services and so many tips flying around, it's easy to get a bit lost.

In this post, we're diving into the different kinds of horse racing betting tips. So, whether you're just getting started with horse racing bets or you're on the hunt for some solid tipster advice, you're in the right spot!

Ante Post Betting Tips

Ante post betting is a big deal in horse racing. It's all about placing your bets before the betting markets open up, which means before the final lineup of horses is locked in. The thrill of ante post betting is the chance to snag some really good odds, even though there's the risk your horse might not end up racing. That's why ante post tips are super popular, especially for the big races like The Grand National, Cheltenham Festival, and Royal Ascot.

What Are NAPs?

Put simply, a NAP is the bet a tipster feels super confident about - their top pick for the day. The term "NAP" isn't an acronym, though. It actually comes from Napoleon, an old card game. If you're in a rush and need a quick tip, just look for the one marked "NAP" and you'll know it's the tipster's best bet.

Acca Tips

ACCA tips are all about the Accumulator bet, where you make four or more selections in one bet. To win, all your picks need to come through. ACCAs are a bit of a gamble because of the higher risk, but that's also what makes ACCA tips so handy.

Each Way Tips

When you see a tip marked "E/W", it stands for an each-way bet. If you're not familiar, an each-way bet covers two bases: your horse winning and your horse placing (coming in second, third, etc.). This kind of bet is less risky since you have two shots at winning something.

Free Horse Racing Tips

When you're checking out your betting options, naturally, you'll want to look for free tips first. Sometimes, though, you might have to pay for tipster services, like with TimeForm and RacingPost.

Why Bother With Horse Racing Tips?

Using horse racing tips can be a game-changer, no matter your experience level with betting. Good tips from reliable tipsters can really up your betting game. The best ones have done their homework on everything from horse form to weather conditions and which jockeys and trainers are hot right now.

2025 Cheltenham Festival Tips

If you are looking to take advantage of some 2025 Cheltenham Festival ante-post betting odds, then here are our tips:

  • Galopin Des Champs to win the 2025 Gold Cup - 7/2 with William Hill
  • Port Joulain to win the 2025 Gallagher Novices' Hurdle - 33/1 with Coral
  • Sir Gino to win the 2025 Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices' Chase - 7/1

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Whether you're just getting started with horse racing bets or you're on the hunt for some solid tipster advice, you're in the right spot!
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