The best thing you can get to help with handicapping is the day's issue of the Racing Post, rather like your DRF.
The bets are much different over here, and although we do have the exactas and Tris, they aren't as popular over here really. you can do them on the Tote, though.
I haven't been to Ascot since it re opened, but last year many people didn't like it, i'm afraid to say, the viewing was poor. I hope they have improved it (they say they have). There will be fantastic horses there, though...... so you will be treated with some of the best racing in Europe this summer.
As far as watching American racing is concerned. If the place where you are staying has satelite television (sky) you should be able to get AtTheRaces, and in the evening they use TVG coverage, and Monmouth is usually on.
Hope this helps. any other questions, you can PM me or ask directly on here.
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