While growing up in Jamaica, Robert Marshall spent his days at the racetrack with his father where he learned to play with luck. Unfamiliar with the intricacies of the game, Marshall won by receiving tips from others—until someone showed him the Daily Racing Form. From that point on, Marshall realized that horse betting was a skill, and more than just what he saw on paper. In a guide tailored to anyone who wants to win while playing the horses, Marshall breaks down the betting process while sharing helpful tips and practical advice that leads gamblers through the necessary steps to overcoming the odds and walking away from the track a victor. Marshall provides insight into what to look for in a horse, how to choose a winner, why it is important to gauge the condition of the race, how to read and understand the Daily Racing Form, and much more. Included are his personal stories of successes and failures that will teach anyone how to navigate through the obstacles of betting on horses and come out a winner on the other side. How to Play the Horses—and Win is a guide that leads novice gamblers through a simple process that helps increase winnings to become the best handicapper ever.