NYRA Grand Slam bet

[3kings]

Originally Posted by Kingturf

I know this is a gimmick bet, but I really like this. Since I have not placed a show wager in over 20 years thanks to exactas and trifectas offered on every race. How come this wager has not taken off to the point it's offered at other tracks.

BTW, I get great prices on this bet when racing is at Saratoga. I had a few GS payouts over $600 two years ago.

Parlay three show bets into a win bet is great fun for not a lot of money invested. Normally bet $18 to $36 per ticket.

I don't think it has caught on because the payout is not great unless you really beat the favorites. Plus it is a cheap ticket to play so the pool doesn't get very high. I occasionally play it but only if I have a strong oppinion against the favorites in the last 2 legs. I will play $5 or $10 ticket 1x1X1X2 if I'm against the chalk late.