Today’s racing action at Keeneland features a diverse mix of dirt and turf races with competitive fields and promising picks. With $100,000 stakes and allowance races, there are plenty of opportunities to cash in on some big payouts. Here’s our breakdown of each race, with our top picks for win, place, and show, plus a few joker picks to keep an eye on.
Race 1: Starter Allowance – 1 1/16 Miles (Dirt) – $63,000
Post Time: 1:00 PM
The opener at Keeneland gives us a solid mix of up-and-coming runners. (2) Cha Cha Chukka at 6-1 is our top pick to cross the line first, with (9) East Shore at 7-2 as the place choice. (3) Low Country Magic at 8-1 rounds out our show selection, and (7) Wits and Wagers at 10-1 could surprise as a joker pick.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 2/9/3
Trifecta Box: 2/9/3/7
Race 2: Maiden Claiming – 6 Furlongs (Dirt) – $30,000
Post Time: 1:32 PM
(2) Golden Irish at 7-2 is our win selection in this maiden claiming sprint. (6) Get It Together at 12-1 provides good value for place, while (3) Security Pledge at 20-1 is a longshot worth considering for show. (13) Reecho at 6-1 is our joker pick.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 2/6/3
Trifecta Box: 2/6/3/13
Race 3: Starter Allowance – 1 3/16 Miles (Dirt) – $63,000
Post Time: 2:04 PM
We have a wide-open field here, with (8) Overstatement at 20-1 as our win pick for an upset. (3) Azoi at 20-1 is another longshot for place, and (5) Unstable Prince at 6-1 is our show pick. (9) Ministerial at 5-1 is the joker to watch.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 8/3/5
Trifecta Box: 8/3/5/9
Race 4: Claiming – 1 1/16 Miles (Dirt) – $32,000
Post Time: 2:36 PM
In this claiming race, (10) C F V Bullet at 8-1 is our top pick to win. (8) Navy Soul at 30-1 offers a great value for place, and (3) W W Crazy at 10-1 is our show choice. (7) Huge Bigly at 12-1 is the joker to consider.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 10/8/3
Trifecta Box: 10/8/3/7
Race 5: Maiden Special Weight – 1 1/16 Miles (Turf) – $100,000
Post Time: 3:08 PM
In this competitive turf race, (16) Time Stone at 9-2 is our favorite for the win. (1) Redo at 30-1 is a longshot for place, with (5) Pretty Pertinent at 20-1 as the show pick. (13) Bundchen at 6-1 adds value as the joker.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 16/1/5
Trifecta Box: 16/1/5/13
Race 6: Allowance Optional Claiming – 1 1/8 Miles (Dirt) – $120,000
Post Time: 3:40 PM
(11) Musical Note at 8-1 is our top pick for this allowance optional claiming race. (2) Regaled at 30-1 offers longshot value for place, and (3) Neon Icon at 5-1 is our show selection. (6) Landed at 7-2 is a strong joker.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 11/2/3
Trifecta Box: 11/2/3/6
Race 7: Allowance – 5 1/2 Furlongs (Turf) – $140,000
Post Time: 4:12 PM
In this turf sprint, (3) Mark of the Z at 20-1 is a value win pick. (2) Stitched at 15-1 is the place selection, and (14) Bad Beat Brian at 10-1 is our show choice. (13) Spankster at 20-1 rounds out our joker picks.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 3/2/14
Trifecta Box: 3/2/14/13
Race 8: Maiden Special Weight – 6 1/2 Furlongs (Dirt) – $100,000
Post Time: 4:44 PM
Our final race of the day sees (16) Faust at 6-1 as our top win pick. (10) Original Sin at 7-2 is a strong place contender, with (6) Mo Quality at 12-1 for show. (11) Campaign Trail at 20-1 is the joker for an upset.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 16/10/6
Trifecta Box: 16/10/6/11
Final Thoughts:
Today's racing card at Keeneland provides a wide range of betting opportunities, from competitive maiden races to high-stakes allowance and starter allowances. With several longshot plays and a few strong favorites, there's value to be found in exotic wagers like exactas and trifectas. Best of luck with your bets today!
