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How to bet on Horse Racing in the USA

Thankfully it has never been easier to place a bet on a horse race. The advent of ADW wagering has made it a cinch to get a bet down within moments on tracks from all over the world, all from the comfort of your own home. Here’s what you need to know to get started:

1. Choosing an ADW:

An ADW (or advance-deposit wagering) refers to a betting platform that requires the user fund their account before making a wager. There are a plethora to choose from (some prominent ones include Xpressbet, TVG, TwinSpires and NYRABets) and they each have their pros and cons, though all are fairly straightforward and easily navigable.

All of these are partnered with is at HorseRacing.net so please feel free to set up an account unless the links on the right hand side of the page to enjoy one of their special sign-up offers.

2. Setting up an account:

To start an account with an ADW, generally you will need to provide your name, address, date of birth and phone number, and usually your social security number or the last four digits of it. You will also be asked to create a username and password. ADWs are constantly running special deals for new sign-ups, so be sure to check those out ahead of time and input the necessary code where applicable to ensure you’re eligible for the sign-up bonus.

3. Funding your account:

Once you’ve started your account the next step is funding it. There are a multitude of ways to make a deposit, which you can find on our Payment Methods page. If you’re just testing the waters, it probably makes sense to fund the account with a credit or debit card, however, if you’re in it for the long haul, you may want to consider linking your bank account to the betting account, as there are no fees associated with this method and the money appears instantly. Whatever you choose, make sure you’re putting in the optimal amount of money to take advantage of any deposit match bonus the ADW may offer.

4. Placing a bet

The sheer amount of tracks running at a time and types of bets offered can be intimidating at first, and it’s a lot to wade through if you’re a newcomer. It’s advisable you know what bet you’d like to make on what race at what track before you’ve even opened the page. Once you’ve become more familiar with your ADW, sifting through the many different tracks and types of bets becomes much easier. In order to place a bet, you will have to select the track you want, the race number you want, the type of bet and the dollar amount. Be sure to double check that you’ve input everything correctly, then click submit.

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