Beautiful Betting. A Lady’s Guide to Aintree
Are you a lady going to the Grand National this year? There’s a great week of racing and entertainment to be had but it’s worth noting a few things about racing and the shenanigans that go on at Aintree, especially if this will be your first time. Outlined below are some tips (pun intended) about Aintree, Ladies Day and the Grand National at this racing extravaganza.
Aintree
Located in Liverpool, England, Aintree Racecourse is a proud member of The Jockey Club. With this membership, Aintree offers an unforgettable experience and heritage to consistently deliver competitive and top-class horse racing; re-investing in the venue and course to maintain its excellent reputation.
Grand National Thursday
Thursday of Grand National Week is a celebration of the UK’s sporting legends, opening up the festival for the world’s greatest horse race! Grade One show-stoppers like The Aintree Hurdle & Randox Health Foxhunters’ Steeple Chase are headline races on a Thursday, with Thursday 12th April being this year’s opening day.
Ladies Day
If you’re reading this you are probably a lady wondering what all of this racing talk is about. Well, for you, there’s a chance to get pampered and dolled up in your finest dress and hat for the famous ladies day on Friday 13th April. Beyond the paddock, ladies compete in their own race, awaiting the announcement of the Style Award (like a Best Dressed Lady Award). Anyone and everyone shows off their own sense of style and fashion. In the Red Rum Garden, the fashion police will be scanning the grounds for a winner of the Style Award; an annual prize awarded along with a big car prize, won by Irish lady Faith Amond last year.
Betting for the first time?
If you have never made a bet in your life, don’t panic. It’s as simple as looking at the horses running, picking a name and bringing it to the bookmaker! If you won’t be at the races this year, you can also learn more about Ladies Day betting and place your bet at 2018 Grand National Ladies Day betting guide. If you are betting at the race track, be patient. It will seem a bit chaotic with punters shouting back and forth but just get in early, have your money ready and grab the attention of the bookie, in a respectful lady-like way. Especially, the coveted Gold Cup will have everybody going crazy placing bets on. On the race day, look for Gold Cup odds on William Hill for up-to-date information to help you make your betting decision. Don’t Waste All of Your Money! It’s your cash and you’re at the races to have a great time. Remember, betting isn’t compulsory. Just bet on the ones you actually want to bet on.Don’t follow someone ahead of you making a bet, they may know just as much as you, which may be very little. And anyway, these big races often end up having a wild-card win at 33/1 or some crazy odds.
Dress to impress. Learn how to make your bet by reading this horse racing blog. Don’t bet what you can’t afford to lose and enjoy every minute of the electric atmosphere that is Aintree!
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