Welcome to another thrilling day of racing at Aqueduct! Today’s card features a variety of races, from competitive maiden special weights to high-stakes allowance optional claiming contests. Let’s break down the key picks and wagering strategies for each race.
Race 1 – Maiden Special Weight ($75,000)
Post Time: 12:10 PM
Distance: 7 Furlongs on Dirt
- Win: (6) Capital Spending – D. Davis (7-2)
- Place: (5) Blue Suede Sue – K. Carmouche (8-1)
- Show: (3) Catchphrase – F. Prat (7-5)
- Joker: (4) Lonchura – W. Vasquez (20-1)
Analysis: Capital Spending has a strong jockey and looks poised to shine over this distance. Pair with Blue Suede Sue in exacta boxes for value. Exacta/Trifecta Boxes: 6/5/3.
Race 2 – Allowance Optional Claiming ($100,000)
Post Time: 12:40 PM
Distance: 1 Mile on Dirt
- Win: (2) Stonewall Star – D. Davis (7-2)
- Place: (3) St. Benedicts Prep – F. Prat (9-5)
- Show: (1) Captainsdaughter – J. Castellano (10-1)
- Joker: (4) Chi Town Lady – J. Rosario (8-5)
Analysis: Stonewall Star edges the field with consistency and strong connections. Include St. Benedicts Prep in your wagers for solid returns. Exacta/Trifecta Boxes: 2/3/1.
Race 3 – Claiming ($40,000)
Post Time: 1:10 PM
Distance: 1 Mile on Dirt
- Win: (3) Five to Two – D. Davis (7-2)
- Place: (6) Shehanah – M. Franco (6-1)
- Show: (2) Moonlit Weekend – F. Prat (8-1)
- Joker: (4) Pam Pam – R. Silvera (8-5)
Analysis: Five to Two looks well-positioned to take this race, with Shehanah adding value for place. Exacta/Trifecta Boxes: 3/6/2.
Race 4 – Maiden Optional Claiming ($70,000)
Post Time: 1:39 PM
Distance: 6 Furlongs on Dirt
- Win: (4) Western Wolf – D. Davis (1-1)
- Place: (2) Premier Cru – F. Martinez (20-1)
- Show: (6) Pazz the Soy Sauce – J. Castellano (3-1)
- Joker: (7) Max N Fifo – R. Silvera (15-1)
Analysis: Western Wolf dominates the field on paper. Pair with longshot Premier Cru for a potential payout boost. Exacta/Trifecta Boxes: 4/2/6.
Race 5 – Maiden Special Weight ($75,000)
Post Time: 2:09 PM
Distance: 6 1/2 Furlongs on Dirt
- Win: (9) Wild Mischief – D. Davis (4-1)
- Place: (7) Dynamitendiamonds – F. Martinez (20-1)
- Show: (1) Honey in the Bank – K. Carmouche (12-1)
- Joker: (2) Forever to Go – J. R. Velazquez (5-2)
Analysis: Wild Mischief is a standout in this group, while Dynamitendiamonds offers excellent value for exotic bets. Exacta/Trifecta Boxes: 9/7/1.
Race 6 – Claiming ($16,000)
Post Time: 2:38 PM
Distance: 1 Mile on Dirt
- Win: (1) Joey the Fish – F. Martinez (20-1)
- Place: (3) April Antics – M. Franco (7-2)
- Show: (4) Trade Secret – F. Prat (8-5)
- Joker: (5) Jolly Miss Jill – R. Silvera (10-1)
Analysis: Joey the Fish offers a big upset potential; exactas with April Antics and Trade Secret could pay handsomely. Exacta/Trifecta Boxes: 1/3/4.
Race 7 – Allowance ($80,000)
Post Time: 3:08 PM
Distance: 7 Furlongs on Dirt
- Win: (5) Aunt Yola – K. Carmouche (6-1)
- Place: (3) My Magic Wand – J. R. Velazquez (7-5)
- Show: (2) Scarlet's Dream – R. R. Maragh (12-1)
- Joker: (7) Geopolitics – J. Rosario (8-5)
Analysis: Aunt Yola has the edge over My Magic Wand for this distance; Scarlet’s Dream adds value to exotics. Exacta/Trifecta Boxes: 5/3/2.
Race 8 – Allowance Optional Claiming ($85,000)
Post Time: 3:38 PM
Distance: 1 Mile on Dirt
- Win: (2) Bourbon Chase – D. Davis (7-2)
- Place: (3) Cable Ready – E. Ruiz (20-1)
- Show: (5) Shadow Dragon – J. Alvarado (3-1)
- Joker: (7) Mighty Atlas – M. Franco (5-2)
Analysis: Bourbon Chase should lead the field, with Cable Ready a potential value play. Exacta/Trifecta Boxes: 2/3/5.
Race 9 – Maiden Claiming ($30,000)
Post Time: 4:07 PM
Distance: 7 Furlongs on Dirt
- Win: (1) Wind Dancer – D. Davis (12-1)
- Place: (4) Big Rich – K. Carmouche (7-2)
- Show: (2) Allofasuddenlee – M. Franco (9-2)
- Joker: (6) Braca – W. Vasquez (10-1)
Analysis: Wind Dancer is a live longshot for this maiden event; use Big Rich in exactas and trifectas. Exacta/Trifecta Boxes: 1/4/2.
Final Thoughts:
Today’s card at Aqueduct offers a mix of strong favorites and exciting value plays. Keep an eye on jockeys like D. Davis and F. Prat, who are in excellent form. As always, bet responsibly, and may the odds be ever in your favor!
