Degenerative Punting Disorder

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   This is a new syndrome I have identified that impacts many average folk. It is especially applicable to TBV members - esp. those who lurk down in the Joffs / Laundry Basket end. 
The following traits are common with people with this condition. Unfortunately - it is degenerative & incurable. Treatment options with real results are therefore limited 

* long-term wagering (horse &/or sports) history
* consistently do their arse on the punt
* habit of talking up their wins when they occasionally strike one
* have tried all types of variations - bet types / form analyses / staking methods = same outcome
* after years of kidding themselves come to the realisation they are born losers = cash cows for the Corporates
* take on other activities around wagering to keep the dream alive - like Joff's daily banter. Occasionally take part in fruitless tipping competitions  
* sometimes old habits die hard & they may even try to re-engage with the new racing elite (very short-term). Its generational after all.
* often reveals itself with obsessive interest in obscure Sports events. Things like cycling , surfing , politics are classic examples
* tend to be cynical of anyone claiming to win on the punt. Take it personally
* generally good at spotting bullgelati artists - based on the school of hard knocks. Almost becomes a mission in life to do so
* become more cynical as their Disorder progresses.
* relapse to compulsivity not unusual. Usually takes a specific event - like an upheld protest, a horse weighing in light or failing to get on a 100/1 winner to get things back in order.
* as a general rule tend to like other Degenerates company (not always the case though). Almost comforting that there are other other Degenerates who are even more pathetic than you are 

So have a good think about this "ailment" - probably not the most appropriate word. Actually "sickness" may be more apt. See how right I am 