About MeMy name is Ashley, but for the purposes of this website I go by "Gallant Vixen." Why? My earliest introduction to horse racing was, like many, with the Kentucky Derby. Today, I focus primarily on all three jewels of the Triple Crown, as well as the Breeders' Cup and assorted qualifying races for both the Triple Crown races and the Breeders' Cup. As such, it seems only fitting that I pay homage to one of the twelve Triple Crown winners. Gallant Fox was the second Triple Crown winner, although the first winner that was described as such by the media of the time.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Equine Studies and have worked in the equine industry as a riding instructor, but don't necessarily consider myself an "industry professional," per se. Currently, I am a recent law school grad/new lawyer in New England. If/when there are lapses in my maintenance of this website, simply refer to the previous sentence. When I'm not doing work or researching horsey things, I enjoy reading contemporary fiction, mindlessly watching crime dramas on Netflix, and cooking for other people. |
Evaluating Contenders |
My handicapping opinions are based on three main principles:
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Betting Strategies |
I certainly cannot pretend that I've gotten betting completely figured out. As with any skill, there's a learning curve. However, I will strive to be open about the bets that I place and what I've learned from money lost. If there's anything you take away from this site with regard to betting, let it be this: this is not a get-rich quick type of deal. Never bet money you need elsewhere because there are no guarantees.
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