Every sport has its particular scoring. For more information on other sports, check out the MISC section on our rules page.
If an athlete starts the race, their picks will grade normally. If they don't qualify for the race - or don't start the race for any reason - their picks will void.
For events utilizing the Triple Crown format, 'Finishing Position' is offered as the finishing position in the overall Triple Crown event, not in any of the individual races themselves.