For the uninitiated, racing terminology can look like a foreign language. There’s a large vocabulary to get your head around and deciphering it isn't always that easy. We thought we’d lend a hand, starting with the different types of races.

To racing newbies, a racecard can be a daunting sight. But to familiar punters, it’s a goldmine of information. Knowing what each part of a race card means is a great way of understanding racing, and it can help you pick a winner or two as well!

The St Leger is the highlight of the four-day Cazoo St Leger Festival at Doncaster.