Today at Belmont at the Big A, we're looking at some exciting races with competitive fields and good opportunities for bettors. The card includes a mix of Maiden Claiming, Allowance, and Optional Claiming races on both dirt and turf. Let's break down the top picks and provide insights on how you can approach each race for the best betting strategy.
Race 1: Maiden Claiming – 6 1/2 Furlongs (Dirt) – $20,000
Post Time: 12:40 PM
Our top pick in this opener is (6) Millie Jean at 4-5. With Manny Franco riding and a strong percentage of wins, Millie Jean is the favorite for a reason. (1) That'sthefactjack at 8-1 is a good value for place, and (4) Bewildered at 3-1 rounds out the top three for show. (2) Wild Iris at 6-1 could be a good joker pick if you're looking for an underdog with potential.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 6/1/4
Trifecta Box: 6/1/4/2
Race 2: Allowance Optional Claiming – 1 1/8 Miles (Dirt) – $85,000
Post Time: 1:09 PM
This race features some competitive entries, but we like (5) Engineer Empire at 3-1 for the win. (6) Bourbon Chase at 2-1 is a strong place contender, while (1) Lotsa Trouble at 6-1 has solid chances for show. Keep an eye on (3) Coinage at 3-1 as a joker pick that could surprise.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 5/6/1
Trifecta Box: 5/6/1/3
Race 3: Allowance – 1 Mile (Dirt) – $80,000
Post Time: 1:41 PM
In this mile-long allowance race, (3) Sweet Anniversary at 7-5 is our top choice with a high winning percentage. (7) Nolita at 4-1 looks promising for place, and (5) Malu at 6-1 is a good show pick. (1A) Chasing Daylight at 3-1 could also challenge for a spot on the board.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 3/7/5
Trifecta Box: 3/7/5/1A
Race 4: Claiming – 6 Furlongs (Outer Turf) – $40,000
Post Time: 2:13 PM
On the outer turf, our top pick is (9) Miss Bourbon at 7-2. (5) Justheart at 9-2 offers value for place, and (1) Dusk at 6-1 rounds out the trifecta. (7) Valentine Gift at 15-1 is our joker pick with the potential to surprise at longer odds.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 9/5/1
Trifecta Box: 9/5/1/7
Race 5: Maiden Claiming – 1 1/16 Miles (Turf) – $75,000
Post Time: 2:45 PM
(8) Dazzling Cruiser at 6-1 is our top pick for this turf maiden claiming race. (2) Sunday Tiff at 10-1 offers solid place value, and (3) Positive Carry at 5-2 is the show pick. (9) Z Train at 12-1 could be a longshot joker to watch for a higher payout.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 8/2/3
Trifecta Box: 8/2/3/9
Race 6: Maiden Optional Claiming – 6 1/2 Furlongs (Dirt) – $70,000
Post Time: 3:17 PM
We like (2) America's Honor at 3-1 in this dirt sprint. (11) Wolf Beach at 8-1 is a nice place option, and (7) Chris's Revenge at 5-1 completes our top three. (6) Daw Samaa at 15-1 could be an interesting joker pick with the potential to place.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 2/11/7
Trifecta Box: 2/11/7/6
Race 7: Allowance – 6 1/2 Furlongs (Dirt) – $92,000
Post Time: 3:49 PM
Our pick for the win is (3) El Grande O at 8-5, with (6) Daufuskie Island at 5-1 as a solid place choice. (5) Classify at 3-1 rounds out our top three, with (1) Forrest City at 7-2 being the joker pick for a possible upset.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 3/6/5
Trifecta Box: 3/6/5/1
Race 8: Maiden Claiming – 1 1/8 Miles (Outer Turf) – $40,000
Post Time: 4:21 PM
Closing out the day, (7) Makeyourmoment at 7-2 is our win pick on the outer turf. (8) Cattani at 3-1 is a good place bet, while (2) Rohan at 15-1 offers solid show value. (4) Judge Rules at 5-1 is our joker pick for a potential upset in this field.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 7/8/2
Trifecta Box: 7/8/2/4
Final Thoughts:
Belmont at the Big A delivers another exciting race day with good betting value across several races. Be sure to focus on Exacta and Trifecta combinations to maximize your returns, and look for those joker picks to add a little excitement to your day. Good luck with your wagers!
