As I'm implementing my pace module, the question came up, "Where does a horse need to be by running style?" When I Googled it and scanned some old books, it was surprising that there was little information and some disagreement. William Scott's approach is plausible:
6-6.5f less than 3 lengths is close up.
7-8f less than 4 lengths is close up
8f< less than 5enghts
Scanning I didn't find any references to running style.
Here's my take:
Code:
RS 1st Call 2nd Call
(Pos/Lgts)
E <3/1 lgts 1st
EP <4/4 lgts <3/ 3 lgts
P <5/ 4 lgts <3/ 3 lgts
S NA NA Strch 6 lgts
Someone suggested a simple, "the horse has to be at least within one length at some point". This does make sense for all except closers. What's your take on running style by call?