Aqueduct presents a series of diverse races today, featuring a strong mix of maiden, allowance, and claiming races. With high stakes in some races and strong fields, here’s a breakdown of the top picks and suggested plays for each race.
Race 1: Allowance Optional Claiming – 1 1/8 Miles (Dirt) – $95,000
Post Time: 12:10 PM
Top Pick: (5) Magic Michael at 3-1, with F. Pennington leading this well-favored contender.
Other Contenders: (4) Moore's Law at 5-2 looks reliable for a place finish, while (3) Army Times at 7-2 completes a strong trifecta play.
- Suggested Bets:
- Exacta Box: 5/4/3
- Trifecta Box: 5/4/3/1
Race 2: Maiden Optional Claiming – 1 Mile (Dirt) – $70,000
Post Time: 12:40 PM
Top Pick: (8) Salvation at 4-1, a strong choice with jockey D. Davis.
Other Contenders: (6) America’s Honor at 3-1 and (4) Brave Bear at 10-1 bring added depth to exactas.
- Suggested Bets:
- Exacta Box: 8/6/4
- Trifecta Box: 8/6/4/7
Race 3: Allowance Optional Claiming – 1 Mile (Dirt) – $85,000
Post Time: 1:10 PM
Top Pick: (4) Bustin Bay at 6-1, showing consistency with jockey K. Carmouche.
Other Contenders: (1) Maggy’s Palace at 7-2 adds strength, while (8) Lavon at 15-1 provides value.
- Suggested Bets:
- Exacta Box: 4/1/8
- Trifecta Box: 4/1/8/7
Race 4: Maiden Claiming – 6 Furlongs (Outer Turf) – $40,000
Post Time: 1:40 PM
Top Pick: (2) She's a Natural at 10-1, an underdog pick with solid form.
Other Contenders: (4) Good Mission at 7-2 and (5) Naughty Destiny at 5-2 make for an exciting trifecta.
- Suggested Bets:
- Exacta Box: 2/4/5
- Trifecta Box: 2/4/5/13
Race 5: Maiden Claiming – 1 Mile (Dirt) – $40,000
Post Time: 2:10 PM
Top Pick: (2) Lcgolucky at 20-1, a high-value long shot with F. Martinez aboard.
Other Contenders: (5) Wajda at 3-1 and (6) Bad Boy Butch at 12-1 can bring solid returns.
- Suggested Bets:
- Exacta Box: 2/5/6
- Trifecta Box: 2/5/6/3
Race 6: Claiming – 6 Furlongs (Dirt) – $10,000
Post Time: 2:40 PM
Top Pick: (5) Vegas Weekend at 6-1, a value pick led by F. Martinez.
Other Contenders: (7) Bank On Anna at 5-1 and (6) Boss Lady Kim at 15-1 provide potential value in this competitive field.
- Suggested Bets:
- Exacta Box: 5/7/6
- Trifecta Box: 5/7/6/3
Race 7: Allowance – 1 1/16 Miles (Turf) – $92,000
Post Time: 3:10 PM
Top Pick: (10) Awesome Czech at 6-1, showcasing a strong turf presence with M. Franco aboard.
Other Contenders: (7) Spinning Colors at 12-1 and (9) Vino Rouge at 9-2 round out an intriguing trifecta.
- Suggested Bets:
- Exacta Box: 10/7/9
- Trifecta Box: 10/7/9/2
Race 8: Maiden Claiming – 6 Furlongs (Outer Turf) – $75,000
Post Time: 3:40 PM
Top Pick: (7) Spoken Bluntly at 3-1, with jockey K. Carmouche offering a solid ride.
Other Contenders: (5) Allofasuddenlee at 6-1 and (6) Vitalize at 4-1 are competitive options in the exacta box.
- Suggested Bets:
- Exacta Box: 7/5/6
- Trifecta Box: 7/5/6/3
Final Thoughts
Aqueduct’s lineup today combines strong favorites with high-value long shots. Key races, such as Race 1 and Race 5, offer opportunities for big returns with well-matched fields.
