Welcome to another thrilling day at Belmont at The Big A, with a packed card of action including stakes races and top-level maidens. Today’s races are set to be full of excitement, and the Raymond Track Report has pinpointed the horses to watch. With high stakes and competitive fields, let's dive into the top picks for today's races!
Race 1: Maiden Special Weight – 1 Mile on the Dirt
Post Time: 12:10 PM
We’re kicking off the day with a competitive maiden race. (6) Cuando at 4-1 with jockey Dylan Davis is our top pick. Watch for (7) Iron Sight (3-1), who could press for a big finish under Flavien Prat. (1) Upstanding (3-1), piloted by Irad Ortiz Jr., is also expected to be in the mix, giving you a strong trifecta option.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 6/7/1
Trifecta Box: 6/7/1/5
Race 2: Maiden Claiming – 6 1/2 Furlongs on the Dirt
Post Time: 12:40 PM
In this maiden claiming race, value could be found with (6) Saratoga Warrior at 6-1, while (10) Bookitwithhaddad (8-1) could also deliver a strong performance. (4) Viking Warrior (4-1) with Ortiz looks set for a solid show.
Best Bet: Trifecta Box 6/10/4
Race 3: Allowance – 6 Furlongs on the Dirt
Post Time: 01:10 PM
(6) Bramito (8-1) with Davis aboard is the top value pick here. (5) Silver Satin (3-1) and (3) Tivy (4-1) look good for place and show, respectively, with both bringing solid form to the race.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 6/5/3
Trifecta Box: 6/5/3/4
Race 4: Claiming – 7 Furlongs on the Dirt
Post Time: 01:41 PM
Longshot (7) Alternate Reality (15-1) with Castillo aboard is worth a look in this claiming race, while (3) Sagamore Mischief (12-1) and (1) Air Show (6-1) can help complete a big trifecta payout.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 7/3/1
Trifecta Box: 7/3/1/10
Race 5: Stakes – 1 3/8 Miles on the Turf
Post Time: 02:13 PM
In this stakes race, (3) Carson's Run (5-2) looks like the horse to beat. (7) Legend of Time (2-1) is another top contender under Prat, while (1) Desvio (15-1) could surprise with a show effort.
Best Bet: Trifecta Box 3/7/1
Joker Play: Watch out for (6) El Rezeen (7-2) for an upset.
Race 6: Stakes – 6 Furlongs on the Outer Turf
Post Time: 02:45 PM
(1) Axthelm (6-1) is the top pick, with (7) Determined Kingdom (10-1) offering value at long odds. (3) Outlaw Kid (6-1) is also a solid choice for place or show.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 1/7/3
Trifecta Box: 1/7/3/9
Race 7: Stakes – 1 Mile on the Dirt
Post Time: 03:17 PM
A stakes race full of intrigue! (2) The Queens M G (10-1) could steal the show here. (3) Pondering (12-1) and (4) Whatintheliteral (50-1) could offer excellent payouts for place and show.
Best Bet: Trifecta Box 2/3/4
Joker Play: (8) Senza Parole (3-5) could dominate.
Race 8: Stakes – 1 Mile on the Dirt
Post Time: 03:49 PM
Look out for (7) Smoken Wicked (12-1) to deliver in this high-stakes mile. (10) Chancer McPatrick (6-5) is the favorite to challenge. (1) J J Zo Zo (20-1) is a value pick for the trifecta.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 7/10/1
Trifecta Box: 7/10/1/2
Race 9: Starter Optional Claiming – 1 1/16 Miles on the Turf
Post Time: 04:21 PM
(5) Palace View (6-1) stands out in this starter optional claiming race, but don’t overlook (3) Transactional (2-1) and (6) Nostalgic One (10-1) for value.
Best Bet: Trifecta Box 5/3/6
Joker Play: (11) Addicted to You (15-1) could pop up for a big finish.
Race 10: Maiden Special Weight – 6 1/2 Furlongs on the Dirt
Post Time: 04:53 PM
This wide-open maiden race could see (7) Tower Twenty Two (50-1) shock everyone. (12) Ineedapop (15-1) is another longshot to keep an eye on.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 7/12/13
Trifecta Box: 7/12/13/3
Race 11: Allowance Optional Claiming – 6 Furlongs on the Outer Turf
Post Time: 05:25 PM
(5) Tall Paul (6-1) could be the one to watch here. (1A) Maxwell Esquire (6-1) and (11) Lotsa Trouble (10-1) should be right there at the finish.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 5/1A/11
Trifecta Box: 5/1A/11/2
Race 12: Maiden Claiming – 1 1/16 Miles on the Turf
Post Time: 05:56 PM
Closing out the day, (2) Flicker (6-1) is the top choice. (6) Comanche Peak (20-1) is the longshot value pick, with (5) Chasing Mo Money (9-2) likely to hit the board.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 2/6/5
Trifecta Box: 2/6/5/1
Enjoy your Saturday at Belmont, and as always, play smart and good luck! Keep an eye on the jockeys and trainers with strong in-the-money records, and don’t forget to cash in on those Exacta and Trifecta boxes. Let’s make it a winning day!
