Step into the world of horse racing with the insight of someone who has lived it from the inside out. DoubleHandful is a comprehensive A–Z...

Step into the world of horse racing with the insight of someone who has lived it from the inside out.

DoubleHandful is a comprehensive A–Z guide to understanding British horse racing, written by former racehorse trainer Ian Wood. Drawing on over 12 years’ experience training nearly 250 winners, Ian explains every aspect of the sport in a clear, practical and engaging way.

Step into the world of horse racing with the insight of someone who has lived it from the inside out. Whether you are a racegoer, owner, punter, student, or simply curious about the sport, this book gives you the knowledge that racing insiders often take for granted.

Learn how to read a racecard with confidence, understand jockey allowances, betting terminology, ownership, syndicates, partnerships, racing clubs, welfare, racecourses, handicapping, and the many details that shape every race day.

Bringing together in one volume the knowledge that racing often assumes people already know, DoubleHandful helps readers understand and enjoy the sport with greater confidence.

Arranged in a clear and easy-to-use A–Z format, the book is designed to be a companion that readers will return to again and again—whether before a day at the races, while watching from home, or whenever they want to better understand the sport.

Thoughtful, practical and deeply rooted in British racing, DoubleHandful brings the sport to life, stride by stride.