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Computer Based Horse Race Handicapping and Wagering Systems: A Report

In: Efficiency Of Racetrack Betting Markets

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  • William Benter

    (HK Betting Syndicate, Hong Kong)

Abstract

This paper examines the elements necessary for a practical and successful computerized horse race handicapping and wagering system. Data requirements, handicapping model development, wagering strategy, and feasibility are addressed. A logit-based technique and a corresponding heuristic measure of improvement are described for combining a fundamental handicapping model with the public's implied probability estimates. The author reports significant positive results in five years of actual implementation of such a system. This result can be interpreted as evidence of inefficiency in pari-mutuel racetrack wagering. This paper aims to emphasize those aspects of computer handicapping which the author has found most important in practical application of such a system.

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  • William Benter, 2008. "Computer Based Horse Race Handicapping and Wagering Systems: A Report," World Scientific Book Chapters, in: Donald B Hausch & Victor SY Lo & William T Ziemba (ed.), Efficiency Of Racetrack Betting Markets, chapter 19, pages 183-198, World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd..
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    Cited by:

    1. Matej Uhr'in & Gustav v{S}ourek & Ondv{r}ej Hub'av{c}ek & Filip v{Z}elezn'y, 2021. "Optimal sports betting strategies in practice: an experimental review," Papers 2107.08827, arXiv.org.
    2. Ziemba, William, 2020. "Parimutuel betting markets: racetracks and lotteries revisited," LSE Research Online Documents on Economics 118873, London School of Economics and Political Science, LSE Library.

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