Change to Track Classifications

A new track ratings system will now be in use for NSW, Victorian and Tasmanian race meetings effective immediately. The traditional ratings of Fast, Good, Slow and Heavy have been split into additional categories to more accurately reflect the condition of the track. Here's the descriptions which the keener form students may wish to remember...

FAST 1. A dry, hard track.
GOOD 2. A firm track.
GOOD 3. Ideal track with some give.
DEAD 4. Track with give, better side of Dead.
DEAD 5. Significant amount of give, worse side of Dead.
SLOW 6. A mildly rain affected track, better side of Slow.
SLOW 7. Rain affected track, worse side of Slow.
HEAVY 8. Soft track, just into Heavy range.
HEAVY 9. Very soft, genuine Heavy.
HEAVY 10. Very soft and wet, heaviest category.

So, for example, a "Good 2" track is firmer than a "Good 3" track...

Hope this helps you find some more winners, (or avoid more losers!)....
- Peter Morley