scratch
To be taken out of a race before it starts. Trainers usually scratch horses due to adverse track conditions or a horse’s adverse health. A veterinarian can scratch a horse at any time.
stake
A race that will be contested in a year subsequent to its closing, in which the money given by the track member conducting the same is added to the money contributed by the nominators.
start
Any type of condition, unless specifically so stated, that includes only those performances in a purse race. Qualifying and matinee races are excluded.
starting gate
A mobile device used to start horses in a race.
