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Originally Posted by cj
I don't even think they have the option not to use the photo finish camera. Since the finish is just taking time and using a (flawed) formula to determine beaten lengths, how would I chart caller even attempt to do this.
Something isn't right here.
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As a chart caller for a small harness track, you have the option to use your eyeball at the finish, but I have never done it unless for a malfunction.
I have never had a chance you view a chart caller for Equibase, but it would be disappointing with the volume of money being wagered if races were not double or triple checked.
I can tell you that I review every race to check for accuracy and I have to have the chart completed in about 12 minutes.
If there are any questions about chart making, I can try to answer, albeit it will be from a half mile harness track chart maker.
I can say one think that I have never understood, how can a length be a 1/5 of a second for both a thoroughbred and a standardbred.