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Originally Posted by lamboguy
i was just wondering if these bookmakers have to pay the tracks for the privilege of booking those horses.
it certainly would be a great idea in this country and i believe it would add interest in the game.
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Yes! And they are regulated.
If you attend races in the UK you have a choice of betting with numerous bookies who set up shop right in front of the grandstand or you can bet through the tote. It is quite a neat experience for a horseplayer used to betting in the US.
