Horse-racing rules
How is a photo-finish dead heat different from two horses crossing together unofficially?
Direct answer
Only the official judge's placing and declared dead heat determine settlement.
How to use this answer
This answer is based on the mathematical principle or published rule identified in the source below. If the question involves a live betting market, confirm its settlement definition before applying it to a specific bet.
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