Betting on maiden races is taking a shot in the dark more times than you may think. There’s a lot more variables that are in play than with proven winners.

Handicapping helps you see the obvious. Everyone sees that in maiden races. You aren’t getting a good price with logical, conventional handicapping in these races.

There is one single situation I would bet on a maiden race, and there is a stat that backs it up. See what that is.

Also, many players like to trip handicap but I think you should use this in a different way. Find out how I like to factor in trip handicapping.