Chief Stipe

How does AI differentiate between fact and opinion?

80% accuracy means what exactly?

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I just asked Gemini (Google AI) how to improve horse performance: Improving racehorse performance is a multi-faceted process that depends on optimizing several interconnected factors, including genetics, physical conditioning, nutrition, veterinary care, psychology, and management. Genetics and Breeding Genetics is the foundation of a racehorse's potential, determining inherent traits like speed, stamina, and body type. Selective Breeding: Meticulous selection of a sire and dam with proven track records and desirable traits is the primary method for producing offspring with a high potential for success. Genetic Testing: Modern genetic tests can identify specific genes, such as the myostatin gene variants, which help predict the horse's optimal race distance (sprinter vs. stayer). Physical Conditioning and Training Proper training builds upon the horse's genetic potential, developing cardiovascular, muscular, and skeletal systems while minimizing injury risk. Progressive Loading: Training intensity, frequency, and duration must be gradually increased to allow the horse's body to adapt and build fitness. Varied Workouts: A mix of exercises, including long, slow distance work (endurance), high-intensity speed work/sprints (anaerobic capacity), and hill work, is essential for overall fitness. Warm-up and Cool-down: Essential routines before and after exercise prevent injury and aid in faster recovery by clearing lactic acid from the muscles. Rest and Recovery: Adequate rest time between sessions is as important as the training itself. Overtraining leads to fatigue, injury, and a decline in performance. Nutrition and Diet Food is the fuel for performance. A balanced diet tailored to the horse's activity level is critical for providing energy, building muscle, and supporting overall health. Balanced Diet: The diet should contain a proper balance of high-quality forage, concentrates (grains, fats, carbohydrates), proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Hydration and Electrolytes: Consistent access to fresh, clean water is vital. High-performance horses lose significant minerals (electrolytes) through sweat and require supplementation to maintain fluid balance and prevent dehydration. Timing of Meals: Feeding routines matter. Large grain meals should be avoided immediately before intense exercise to prevent digestive upset and ensure optimal fuel availability. Health, Care, and Management Consistent care and a supportive environment directly influence a horse's ability to train and compete at a high level. Veterinary Care: Regular check-ups, vaccinations, deworming, and prompt injury treatment ensure the horse remains sound and healthy. Hoof Care: Proper farrier care and shoeing techniques are crucial for maintaining good conformation and preventing lameness. Proper Equipment: Well-fitting saddles and bridles prevent discomfort and injury, allowing the horse to move freely and perform optimally. Mental Well-being: A horse's mental state affects its performance. A calm, confident horse that is exposed to varied stimuli and a consistent routine is more likely to perform well. External Factors and Strategy Environmental conditions and the human partners involved also play a role in race-day success. Track and Weather Conditions: Some horses perform better on certain track surfaces (dirt, turf, synthetic) or in specific weather. Trainers and jockeys must adapt their strategies accordingly. Rider/Jockey Expertise: A skilled jockey understands the horse's capabilities, communicates effectively using subtle aids, and employs the right race strategy to maximize performance.

I wouldn't have a clue if sports use it. However isn't their data variable less complex than horse racing? AI seems to have become a universal term for any large scale data processing and auto analysis. Improvements in data processing performance (with a corresponding increase in energy consumption) have enable quicker real-time processing of large amounts of data. I spent 35 years in the IT industry and I just see AI as yet another IT Marketing "Innovation" to keep squeezing revenue out of businesses and often it is just a marketing rebranding of an existing product.

I doubt they would unless they could rely on the data that they get from each jurisdication. As we both know that isn't all that good.

It is only as good as the information it is scraping. We all know that the internet is bogged with fake news and crap data. The weakest part of AI is it relies on algorithms that test for "truthfulness" prinarily based on the number of times something is repeated.

The most votes from NZ Breeders.... Duh! What do you think? THE MOST WINS and MOST WINS by RUNNER! We await with joyful anticipation your negative spin.

I think AI from a cost benefit perspective is grossly over valued. The processing power required to add a narrative to a collection facts is literally a considerable waste of scarce energy. If the share market bubble which AI is blowing bigger bursts then we won't be worried about racing horses.

I see a Cambridge Stud stallion is leading the second season sires in Australia/New Zealand. The NZ Breeding is in good heart.

You've become tedious.

There's no point discussing it with you. You have a closed mind rotten with negativity.

Why? The first answer should be correct. Otherwise what's the point? Do you have to teach Google's AI to be accurate? OR is it just telling you what it thinks you want as the answer?

I do often but you are so bitter sucking lemons all day you have lost any ability to comprehend.

Not worth wasting my time explaining to you.

Forget AI @Murray Fish - it's crap. In my opinion Google have screwed their search algorithm with AI. I research topics I know something about to test it and 90% of the time it is wrong.

The problem with many Clubs is they don't have commercial kitchens nor even a standard kitchen that meet Food standards. Cost a lot to maintain a kitchen and keep it up to standard.

I believe Ruakaka do it for their Christmas at the Races meeting.

Of course I do and I can raise my hand above my head unlike you. You've made your point. I suggest you and @Comic Dog keep writing letters to NZTR and the RIB.

I haven't read that either have been retired. Ladies Man has been up a while. Legarto has front feet issues.

The Cal Izuzu is being squeezed by a pattern that is skewed. Possibly. Two Te Akau trained Stallions with representatives in the 2yr old race - Noverre purchased $800k Sword Of State purchased $600k Both bargains.

9am this morning.

Yep and the fav is the standout. The Grp 3 Open Sprint is a better betting race.

@JJ Flash you didn't start that Topic because YOU had a thought it was because someone PM'd you as stated in your firsr post. Do you have any original thoughts at all?

It's all good @nomates , @JJ Flash, @Joe Bloggs and the @Comic Dog plus Ned Kelly and Bucky who are probably one of the above. I'm the most popular thread on the Premier Anti-Racing Forum!!!