There are few things more satisfying, or exciting, in racing than watching a horse that you have backed at odds of more than 20/1 streak past the winning post in first place. If the odds are to be believed these long shots, no-hopers and so called donkeys shouldn't win but often do, giving those who have backed them a healthy pay day.

In this book semi-professional gambler and writer Alex Daly covers the 8 factors that he looks for on a race card to identify those horses which have an outside chance of winning. Filled with practical, easy to follow advice and simple strategies this book is an excellent read for those bettors who like to take an educated punt.