Hi Dave, if you find a qualifier and it has a minus number in green in either or both of the Cls and OR columns then ignore these, or I am suggesting to ignore these. A green minus means it is either dropping in class or dropping in the handicap so it is having an easier task than the last run and anything in the horses favour is not good if you are laying.

If they did, it would mean that despite the ratings, the horse is being given an easier task than before and could provide a better performance if it has been dropped in class or has a lower handicap mark ——— (and despite these positives – the horse still can’t achieve a competitive par rating)???

I’m in need of a little clarity here

You could do but it may reduce bets too much. I was going by ratings details mostly and Ability and Form are not actual ratings.