“Horizontal” bets, or bets involving picking the winners of multiple races in a row, are among the most glamorous in horse racing. There’s nothing that gets bettors fired up more than a juicy Pick 4 or Pick 5 sequence.

As a result, their counterparts – the double and the Pick 3 – can often get lost in the shuffle. However, both of those wagers offer plenty of money-making potential, and are a great way to capitalize on a strong opinion, without having to take as much risk.