Friday, October 18th, 2024 – Belmont at the Big A Racing Blog

Today, we're excited for a competitive day of racing at Belmont at the Big A, with 10 thrilling races on the card, featuring a mix of allowance, claiming, and stakes races. Let's dive into the day's picks and betting strategies.

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Race 1: Allowance Optional Claiming – 6 1/2 Furlongs (Dirt) – $85,000

Post Time: 12:40 PM
We kick off the day with an allowance optional claiming race. (5) Aggelos the Great at 8-1, ridden by F. Prat, is our top pick, followed by (2) Acoustic Ave at 10-1 and (1) Big Prankster at 12-1 for a solid show bet. (6) Whatchatalkinabout is a dangerous joker at 5-2.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 5/2/1
Trifecta Box: 5/2/1/6

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Race 2: Claiming – 6 1/2 Furlongs (Dirt) – $10,000

Post Time: 1:10 PM
This claiming race presents some intriguing value plays. (7) Always Charming at 10-1 offers solid win potential. (1) High Heat at 9-2 is our place pick, while (2) Bronx Bomber is a strong longshot at 20-1. (6) Jake Rocks is a popular joker pick at 8-5.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 7/1/2
Trifecta Box: 7/1/2/6

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Race 3: Maiden Special Weight – 1 1/16 Miles (Turf) – $90,000

Post Time: 1:43 PM
(3) Duration at 5-1 is our top choice for this turf race, followed closely by (1A) Perretti at 9-2. (8) Mr. Flowers adds solid show value at 7-2, while (2) Salacious is a longshot joker at 20-1.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 3/1A/8
Trifecta Box: 3/1A/8/2

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Race 4: Claiming – 6 Furlongs (Dirt) – $16,000

Post Time: 2:16 PM
For this 6-furlong claiming race, (9) Play Free Bird at 6-1 is the top pick, with (7) Find Your Joy close behind at 3-1. (6) Jay's Love at 15-1 offers good value for show bets. (2) You're Forever rounds out the joker pick at 4-1.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 9/7/6
Trifecta Box: 9/7/6/2

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Race 5: Stakes – 6 Furlongs (Outer Turf) – $150,000

Post Time: 2:46 PM
In the feature race, (5) Ellen Jay is the favorite at 2-1, with (7) Agra offering good value at 8-1. (1) Ready to Jam at 8-1 is expected to show, while (3) Moonlit Lady rounds out the joker selections at 8-1.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 5/7/1
Trifecta Box: 5/7/1/3

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Race 6: Maiden Special Weight – 1 Mile (Dirt) – $75,000

Post Time: 3:19 PM
(5) Corvus is the clear favorite at 2-1, but (2) Chasing Colton at 8-1 is a strong contender for place. (9) Solo Mio is another solid show bet at 8-1. (4) Hit the Post rounds out our joker pick at 5-2.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 5/2/9
Trifecta Box: 5/2/9/4

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Race 7: Claiming – 1 1/16 Miles (Turf) – $40,000

Post Time: 3:51 PM
In this long-distance turf race, (4) Starts Now at 7-2 is our top pick, while (3) River Tay at 15-1 offers value for place. (11) Artemis Sound at 9-2 is our show pick, and (12) Bossy Jeans is the longshot joker at 20-1.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 4/3/11
Trifecta Box: 4/3/11/12

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Race 8: Claiming – 1 Mile (Dirt) – $50,000

Post Time: 4:19 PM
(2) Seeking Unity at 4-1 leads the field, with (7) Didinger at 12-1 adding some value. (1) Fromanothamutha at 12-1 is a good show bet, while (6) St Andrews rounds out the joker pick at 7-2.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 2/7/1
Trifecta Box: 2/7/1/6

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Race 9: Stakes – 6 Furlongs (Outer Turf) – $135,000

Post Time: 4:50 PM
For the final stakes race of the day, (2) Works for Me at 3-1 is our top pick, with (1) Little Ni at 7-2 close behind. (6) Barksdale at 12-1 is a strong show contender, while (4) Run Carson is a solid joker pick at 4-1.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 2/1/6
Trifecta Box: 2/1/6/4

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Race 10: Allowance – 1 1/16 Miles (Turf) – $80,000

Post Time: 5:19 PM
We close the day with (2) Kid Kreesa at 12-1 leading the field, while (11) Zapruder at 6-1 offers strong place potential. (8) Lt. Mitchell at 12-1 is a value show bet, and (5) B D Saints rounds out the joker picks at 8-1.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 2/11/8
Trifecta Box: 2/11/8/5

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Final Thoughts:
Friday’s card is packed with value and competitive fields. With a combination of longshots, strong favorites, and solid trifecta opportunities, there's plenty of action to be had at Belmont at the Big A. Best of luck with your wagers!