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Bookmaker and punters at racecourse
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Bookmaker and punters at racecourse
Charlie Redrup, bookmaker with punters at racecourse. Date: circa 1930s
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Betting Blackboard Bookmaker Chalk Charlie Gambling Horseracing Newspaper Odds Punters Racecourse
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In this evocative photograph from the 1930s, taken at a bustling racecourse, Charlie Redrup, a seasoned bookmaker, is seen engrossed in his work, surrounded by a crowd of eager punters. The horse race in full swing in the background adds to the excitement and energy of the scene. Redrup, with his sharp eyes and calculating gaze, expertly manages the odds on the chalkboard, while the men around him, some with determined expressions, others with hopeful glances, place their bets. The blackboard, adorned with the latest betting odds, is a focal point of the image, a testament to the thrill and unpredictability of horseracing. Newspapers spread out on nearby tables provide additional information for the punters, as they pore over the form guides and past results, seeking an edge in their betting decisions. The atmosphere at the racecourse is electric, filled with the sounds of cheering crowds, the thunderous hooves of the horses, and the rhythmic chalking of the odds. The men, dressed in their Sunday best, are fully immersed in the experience, their faces reflecting a range of emotions - from elation and triumph to disappointment and despair. Charlie Redrup, with his years of experience and keen intuition, skillfully navigates the chaos, expertly managing the bets and the odds, while the punters, fueled by the thrill of the race and the prospect of winning big, place their bets with a mix of hope and trepidation. This photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, a time when horseracing was a popular pastime and the thrill of gambling was a source of excitement and entertainment for many.
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