Standard deviation (or luck) can play a big part in whether a bettor is successful or not in the short term. I was certainly reminded of that sobering fact again recently.
Going into the Ladbroke Trophy meeting at Newbury in November, despite a run of good results previously, my confidence was at a low ebb. Prior to my one bet on the Saturday, my previous four strong wagers had seen my bets unseat his rider, break a blood vessel, pulled up after almost being brought to a standstill by a faller and beaten in a photo!
All these incidents are part and parcel of the game and over a course of a year or so will probably happen to most regular bettors. The problem arises when they all happen in quick succession, it certainly tests your resolve.
NEWBURY, SATURDAY NOVEMBER 28TH
So, with my confidence shaken, but belief in my methods fully intact, I got stuck into the excellent Newbury card.
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CAL'S UP TO TOP SPEED
John Anthony keeps close watch on the top ranking track fliers
ACTION REPLAY
Graham Buddry recalls the exploits of legendary hurdler Large Action
SHADOW IN THE LIMELIGHT
lan Heitman follows the fortunes of next year’s leading Classic prospects
GONE WILDE
Rolf Johnson fears the effects of a thoroughbred market bubble’
DIGGING OUT THE JUMPERS
The former Sky Racing frontman is all geared up for the change of codes and clothing
MORE AMO FOR RALPH
Dave Youngman shares the joy and gossip from the Newmarket gallops
GO COSMIC NEXT YEAR
Andy Ayres shares his pick of punting prospects from the autumn action
NICO'S CAREER LEAP TO GLORY
Nick Townsend talks to Nico de Boinville about his life-changing choices
ALL SET FOR FRESH START
Karl Hedley is on the spot for the new season action across Ireland
DAN'S GRAND BID DAWNING
Paul Ferguson tracks a route for Skeltons from Carlisle to Aintree