How to use pedigree knowledge when it comes to punting

Familiarity with thoroughbred breeding forms an essential element of a punter's toolkit, along with the ability to interpret form and access to trainer and jockey stats.

A little knowledge can go a long way

Where pedigree is paramount is in those races in which there is little or no previous form to go on – maidens, novice races, bumpers, juvenile hurdles and so on. Then a little knowledge of sires, siblings and sales prices can go a long way.