It’s an exciting day at Belmont at the Big A, with plenty of action to follow and some intriguing matchups. The stakes are high for the featured $125,000 Race 1, followed by competitive allowance and claiming races. Let’s break down today’s card and provide some insights on potential winners and value plays.
Race 1 – $125,000 Stakes
- Post Time: 1:05 PM ET
- Distance: 7 Furlongs (Dirt)
Top Picks:
- Win: (4) Carmen's Candy Jar – Jockey: I Ortiz, Jr. (31%)
The morning line favorite at 7-2, Carmen’s Candy Jar brings in solid form with Irad Ortiz Jr. in the saddle. Expect this one to perform well over the 7-furlong distance. - Place: (5) She's Our Tiz – Jockey: K Carmouche (28%)
At 10-1, She’s Our Tiz offers great value, coming off strong performances with Kendrick Carmouche. Watch for her to challenge late. - Show: (3) Valtellina – Jockey: D Davis (26%)
With consistent form and at 3-1, Valtellina looks poised to hit the board, though she might struggle against the top two. - Longshot: (2) Trail of Gold – Jockey: J R Velazquez (23%)
This 20-1 shot offers intriguing value with a strong jockey aboard. Trail of Gold may surprise the field.
Betting Tips:
- Exacta Box: 4/5, 5/3, 3/2
- Trifecta Box: 4/5/3, 2/5/3
Race 2 – $92,000 Allowance Optional Claiming
- Post Time: 1:34 PM ET
- Distance: 1 Mile (Dirt)
Top Picks:
- Win: (2) Smokin' Hot Kitty – Jockey: K Carmouche (28%)
Smokin’ Hot Kitty has been showing steady improvement, and at 5-2, she’s the one to beat. - Place: (5) I'm Buzzy – Jockey: M Franco (28%)
With a solid record and at 8-1, I’m Buzzy presents good value for the place position. - Show: (3) Sedona – Jockey: F Prat (23%)
The 2-1 favorite Sedona is a safe bet for the show position but may face some pressure from the competition. - Longshot: (6) Fade to Grey – Jockey: J R Velazquez (23%)
At 5-2, Fade to Grey could upset the field and sneak into the top three.
Betting Tips:
- Exacta Box: 2/5, 5/3, 3/6
- Trifecta Box: 2/5/3, 6/5/3
Race 3 – $125,000 Stakes
- Post Time: 2:03 PM ET
- Distance: 7 Furlongs (Dirt)
Top Picks:
- Win: (5) Smilensaycheese – Jockey: I Ortiz, Jr. (31%)
Smilensaycheese is a solid contender with Ortiz aboard and comes in at 4-1. - Place: (1) Sacrosanct – Jockey: M Franco (28%)
At 2-1, Sacrosanct is another top contender in this stakes race and should perform well. - Show: (2) Oath of Omerta – Jockey: D Davis (26%)
A longshot at 20-1, Oath of Omerta could sneak into the top three with a strong finish. - Longshot: (7) McDiesel – Jockey: R Silvera (24%)
At 12-1, McDiesel could be a value play to keep an eye on.
Betting Tips:
- Exacta Box: 5/1, 1/2, 2/7
- Trifecta Box: 5/1/2, 7/1/2
Race 4 – $30,000 Maiden Claiming
- Post Time: 2:33 PM ET
- Distance: 1 Mile (Dirt)
Top Picks:
- Win: (8) Big Ego – Jockey: I Ortiz, Jr. (31%)
Big Ego comes in at 5-2 and should take control of this maiden claiming race. - Place: (3) War Chrome – Jockey: K Carmouche (28%)
At 6-1, War Chrome offers great value in the place position. - Show: (1) Four Eyes – Jockey: H K Harkie (24%)
Four Eyes is a longshot at 20-1 but could surprise with a show finish. - Longshot: (7) Berning Beauty – Jockey: F Prat (23%)
A solid longshot play at 9-2, Berning Beauty has a chance to hit the board.
Betting Tips:
- Exacta Box: 8/3, 3/1, 1/7
- Trifecta Box: 8/3/1, 7/3/1
Closing Thoughts
Today's racing card at Belmont at the Big A promises excitement with a mix of stakes races, maiden claimings, and competitive allowance contests. Keep an eye on Irad Ortiz Jr. who is positioned for several strong rides, as well as some intriguing longshot plays like Trail of Gold and Four Eyes. As always, be sure to bet responsibly and enjoy the races!