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Kempton Draw Bias

Beginners Question ➔ What is the Draw Bias?
Answer ➔ A Stall Position that gives your horse a Noticable Advantage over other horses.

5 Furlongs, 6 Furlongs
LOW I personally prefer to follow horses drawn low, ie the lowest 5 runners.

7 Furlongs, 8 Furlongs
LOW In my personal experience, horses drawn low, ie the lowest 5 runners, arguably have an advantage.

9 Furlongs & Above
NONE Little in the way of a draw bias from what I have noticed watching 1mile+ races on the Kempton all weather surface to date.

All Distances
BETTING ADVICE I'm always looking for a low draw (1~5) here. Yes I get done by a few wide horses coming home like a Porsche, but not often. I think it's better to be drawn on the inside and stay there. The cutaway a furlong out means it's not easy to get boxed in at Kempton either.

David Probert has written there's even an inside positional draw bias over a mile and a quarter, due to the inner loop/outer loop track layout. He is an especially tuned in jockey though. I doubt many jockeys even know what he means. If you stay "low draw" for your bets for the most part, you won't have to either..

Kempton Draw Bias Graphic Visuals

Draw Bias In Detailed Graphs▾

Visual Draw Bias Analysis▸ What I see when rolling through the graph images of 5f through to 8f, is a clear enough, low draw, inside bias. It's not a Chester racecourse level advantage, but you want to be backing your fancies when they have an inside berth, that much is obvious.

Further Distances▸ from 9f and above, there are blips and clumps of winners here and there, but no obvious bias. David Probert's contention that over the 11f distance, the track favours a low draw is somewhat proven. But it's trap 6 that looks like it holds all the juice, which is arguably a middle to low draw.

Conclusion▸ I'll stand my ground. 5f to 8f low draw bias, stalls 1 to 5.

No genuine bias over 9f and above, although being on the inside is the shortest route round the clockwise direction, right handed track. If you're drawn low over a mile 4f for example, and you are on a hold up horse, the draw is of no conseqeunce to your chances of victory.

5f

Kempton▸ 5f Draw Bias Chart

6f

Kempton▸ 6f Draw Bias Chart

7f

Kempton▸ 7f Draw Bias Chart

8f

Kempton▸ 1 Mile Draw Bias Chart

1m 1f

Kempton▸ 1 Mile 1 Furlong Draw Bias Chart

1m 2f

Kempton▸ 1 Mile 2 Furlongs Draw Bias Chart

1m 3f

Kempton▸ 1 Mile 3 Furlongs Draw Bias Chart

1m 4f

Kempton▸ 1 Mile 4 Furlongs Draw Bias Chart

1m 6f

Kempton▸ 1 Mile 6 Furlongs Draw Bias Chart

1m 7f

Kempton▸ 1 Mile 7 Furlongs Draw Bias Chart

2m

Kempton▸ 2 Miles Draw Bias Chart

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Why Learn About Any Draw Bias▸ Track Layout▸ Course Foibles?

To Make Money▸ Simple As That▸ So when you put your money down to bet, I think you should know as much about the event as possible. Possible draw bias on a racetrack, over a particular distance, is crucial information.

Priced Up Already▸ Yes, the price of a horse, should have any potential draw bias or pace based race position advantages, baked into it already. So, why bother learn all this stuff? Good question. The answer is simple▸ There are enough punters (the majority) ~ without course specific knowledge, putting thier money down and affecting the prices of all horses in the race, to give YOU wriggle room. You do the maths.

Track Knowledge▸ Knowing the track layout, any draw biases, quirks of the course, doesn't mean you'll get the winner in every race. It will make you a bigger danger to the bookies though. It can only help you in your pursuit of winning some money.

Shifts In Draw Biases▸ Some racetracks have changable draw biases. The weather can affect where the best place on the track for a horse to race on is. Changing of the stalls position can effect where it's best to be drawn. Just watching the races and early results at a meeting can inform you of where an advantage may be. Stalls positioning and draw biases might change on any given day. Keep your eyes peeled ladies.

Watch & Learn▸ Read what you can, remember it, or write it down. Listen to everything you can about an event. You won't get confused. You'll use what you see, hear, and learn to your advantage. Watch what you can, note down what is noteworthy. With that in mind, I'll put what I find interesting, useful, or amusing about Kempton races in the video box below.

Kempton All Weather Racetrack Stats (Polytrack)

Jockey Runs To Wins Statistics @ Kempton▾

• ⭐ Jockey Statistics For Kempton (This Year) ~ Adrian Massey
• ⭐ Jockey Statistics For Kempton (2 Years) ~ Adrian Massey

Trainer Runs To Wins Statistics @ Kempton▾

• ⭐ Trainer Statistics For Kempton (This Year) ~ Adrian Massey
• ⭐ Trainer Statistics For Kempton (2 Years) ~ Adrian Massey

Kempton Course Guides & Statistical Analysis▾

I will list the Kempton course guides and stats centres here, in alphabetical order. The trainer and jockey statistical analysis you need, is most certainly achievable via these pages. They all have specific trainer and jockey stats grouped together, or linked up on the same page, in various formats.

Jockey stats and trainer stats in thier own locations are preferable ~ but some sites group them together ~ so you'll have to find them on these pages. All the data you need is available via these racing publications, if you are interested.

#sandracer note: These are hand~picked sources, by me. They are listed for a reason. This ain't a list of vaguely related Kemp pages ~ this is a must see and use set of resources to use in conjunction with your draw bias and track knowledge.

• At The Races ~ Kempton Course Guide & Stats
• Flatstats ~ Kempton 10 Years Of Course Statistics
• Geegeez ~ Kempton Racetrack Guide
• R&S Australia ~ Kempton Stats & Percentages
• Racing Post ~ Kempton Course Statistical Breakdown
• Timeform ~ Kempton Form Guide

Official Kempton AW Polytrack Course Details▾

• The racetrack is right handed, runs anti~clockwise and has a bend radius of 137m.
• The 16metre wide bends are designed to accommodate 17 runners from 7f and above.
• 5f and 6f races, due to safety factors, fields will be reduced to 14 runners.
• The outer track is a ten furlong (2,000m) oval ~ this track will host 6f, 7f, 1m, 1m 3f, 1m 4f and 2m races.
• The inner track is an eight furlong (1,612m) oval ~ this will allow for 5f and 1m 2f races.
• Kempton uses the same Polytrack surface as Lingfield.
• The finish is 20m wide down the home straight, with a cutaway right sided chute appearing around the furlong marker.

History Of Kempton Racecourse

Early History▾

Kempton Park Racecourse was established in 1878 by one S.H. Hyde (no image or bio), who leased the land from the estate of William Kemp (no image or bio), after whom the racecourse is named. The first race meeting was held in July of that year. The site itself had historical significance, having been part of Kempton Manor and Park ~ recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086. The racecourse quickly gained popularity due to its proximity to London and convenient rail access via its own station, which opened in the late 19th century.

Modern Transformation▾

Kempton has seen big changes over the years, most notably in the 20th and 21st centuries. During World War I, racing was suspended and the venue was repurposed as a military vehicle depot. [ 1 ] [ 2 ]

In 1932, a large grandstand was constructed to meet rising attendance and solidified Kempton’s growing importance in the British racing circuit.

The biggest change came in 2006, when the traditional flat turf track was replaced with an all-weather polytrack surface. This enabled year round, floodlit racing and made Kempton one of the UK's first all weather venues.

The jumps (National Hunt) course remains active and is still used for high~profile races, maintaining Kempton’s top NH & AWR status.

Key features include▸

• One of the first UK tracks to adopt all-weather polytrack racing (2006)
• Dual purpose venue▸ flat racing on polytrack and National Hunt jumps course
• Direct access via Kempton Park Railway Station

Notable Moments▾

The most iconic race at Kempton is the King George VI Chase, inaugurated in 1937 and held every Boxing Day. It is one of the most prestigious steeplechases in the UK, second only to the Cheltenham Gold Cup. Over the decades, racing legends such as Desert Orchid and Kauto Star forged their legacies in the minds of us racing oldies on Kempton’s turf. Kempton has also been featured in British cinema and various television programmes, due to its location near London and visually appealing sprawling landscape.

Community & Legacy▾

Kempton Park has played a central role in the British racing scene for nearly 150 years. Its transition into a modern racing venue reflects both the evolution of the sport and a dedication to preserving its heritage. It remains a favourite among racing enthusiasts, both traditionalists and AW fans alike. Kempton continues to host major fixtures and community events throughout the year.

In 2023, the racecourse marked 20 years since the beginning of its major modern transformation in 2003, celebrating its role as one of the UK’s premier venues for both jumps and all weather flat racing.

• 1878 ~ First race held at Kempton Park
• 1937 ~ King George VI Chase inaugurated
• 2006 ~ All-weather track installed▸ flat turf racing ceased
• 2023 ~ 20th anniversary of the modernisation era

Summary Evaluation▾

Kempton Park Racecourse represents a successful mix of pomp, tradition and working class race nights out. From its origins in the Victorian era to its modern day importance as a dual-surface venue, it has continually adapted while maintaining a strong identity within British racing. I think the Royals rocking up every year and being just down the motorway from London has helped in that cause no doubt. Its historic and cultural importance, highlighted by the King George VI Chase and its early all weather foray into the unknown, ensure its ongoing relevance in UK sport in general.

Kempton Racecourse Data▾

• Established▸ 1878
• Track Surface▸ Polytrack (flat)▸ Turf (jumps)
• Floodlights▸ Installed in 2006▸ (full circuit, evening racing)
• Parking Capacity▸ Approx. 1,500~2,000 cars (free)
• Licensed Bookmaker Pitches▸ 50~60 on-site per major meeting
• Attendance▸ ~120,000~150,000 annually up to 12,000 on major racedays
• Maximum Capacity▸ ~20,000 spectators (licensed)
• Track Length▸ Flat▸ 8 furlongs (1 mile) Jumps▸ extended right-handed circuit
• Owned By▸ The Jockey Club
• Nearest Train Station▸ Kempton Park Station (onsite▸ direct from London Waterloo)
• Nearest Airport▸ Heathrow Airport (approx. 9 miles / 20 mins drive)
• Bus Routes▸ 216, 235, 290 (via Sunbury Cross)
• Distance from London▸ ~16 miles (25.5 km)▸ approx. 45~60 minutes by car
• Desert Orchid Suite▸ Premium Viewing Suite named after the legendary white steeplechaser Dessie
• The Royal Box▸ The Royal Box▸ Private hospitality box for dignitaries & VIPs
• Dining & Hospitality▸ Panoramic Restaurant▸ multiple bars▸ Private Boxes▸ top notch grub
• Coordinates▾
  Kempton Racecourse Geo Location
  Kempton Racecourse Google Map

Kempton Park Racetrack Contact Details

Kempton Park Racecourse
Kempton Park Racecourse
Staines Road East
Sunbury on Thames
Middlesex TW16 5AQ

☎ 01932 782292
✉ Events.Kempton@thejockeyclub.co.uk