Ravitulemus

Ravitulemus is the official result of a harness or horse race in Finnish racing terminology. The word combines ravit, meaning racing, with tulemus, meaning result, and denotes the published outcome of a race as recorded by the governing authorities and race organizers.

A ravitulemus typically records key race details such as date, venue (track), distance, race number, class or grade, and weather and track conditions. For each entrant, it lists finishing position, horse name, driver (ohjastaja), trainer (valmentaja), and owner (omistaja). It also includes the final time, the margin of victory or defeat, and notes regarding disqualifications, scratches, or equipment changes. The result may indicate post positions, starting gate numbers, and any steward or inquiry notes relevant to the final placement.

Publication and use: Ravitululemuset are published by the national racing authority and individual track organizers, and are archived in official results databases. They serve as the authoritative source for wagering settlements, statistics, historical records, and form analysis. The ravitulemus forms part of the official race record and can be consulted alongside starting lists, race programs, and steward’s notes. In case of disputes or inquiries, results may be amended following an official decision.

Significance: The ravitulemus provides a standardized, transparent record of race outcomes, enabling bettors, participants, and researchers to track performance, compare horses and drivers, and analyze trends over time. It reflects the regulated nature of Finnish harness racing and its emphasis on precise documentation of results.