{"id":1842,"date":"2022-10-19T04:38:20","date_gmt":"2022-10-19T04:38:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.betfair.com.au\/hub\/?p=1842"},"modified":"2025-07-10T13:48:43","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T03:48:43","slug":"bet-with-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.betfair.com.au\/hub\/education\/bet-with-care\/","title":{"rendered":"BET WITH CARE"},"content":{"rendered":"
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“Definitely have a support network around you.”<\/p>Bella Anderson<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n

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“Showing discipline, tracking results and setting a deposit limit…”<\/p>Nick Foot<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n

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Nick Foot<\/h2>\n
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Having loved betting on thoroughbred racing for the best part of 17 years, I have discovered two approaches that have helped me ensure responsible gambling and staying within my means. The first one is diligently tracking my results, which not only keeps me accountable but also allows me to identify trends and learn from past betting experiences to make better decisions in the future.<\/p>\n

Remaining calm and composed through setbacks and the inevitable downturns is a strength I draw from my professional life. Racing never stops, and to be successful, I adopt a ‘one long day’ approach. This mindset helps me establish discipline in my betting journey. By staying level-headed and composed, I can navigate the highs and lows of \u2018the great game\u2019 with a clear focus on making responsible and informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n\n

“I’ve always made sure to set a deposit limit.”<\/p>Reece Goodwin<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n

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\u201cDon’t let the emotions get the better of you.” <\/p>Tom Haylock<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n

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TOM HAYLOCK<\/h2>\n
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For two decades, Tom Haylock has been actively involved in punting. His time at Betfair, dealing with numerous clients, has been a valuable source of responsible gambling insights for him. Being passionate about racing and form analysis, he emphasizes the importance of gambling responsibly, stating that it\u2019s \u201call about how you responsibly gamble\u201d. Tom\u2019s advice to others revolves around discipline, emphasizing that it\u2019s a \u201clong game\u201d and requires staying disciplined. Furthermore, he advises to always bet within one\u2019s means and cautions against allowing emotions to overpower sound judgement commenting not to \u201clet the emotions get the better of you\u201d.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n