Horse racing aficionados are in for another thrilling day at Parx Racing on Tuesday, December 12th, 2023. Let’s dive into the top picks and betting insights for the first four races, each boasting competitive fields and promising action.
Parx Racing Tipsheet and Picks
Race 1 – Claiming, $12,500 Purse, 12:05 PM
Distance: 6 1/2 Furlongs on Dirt
Kicking off the day, Onthisharvestmoon (1), ridden by A Adorno with a 31% win rate, stands as the favorite at 6-1. She’s a Lino (5) with R Silvera (30%) is next in line at 5-2, followed by Brooklyn Heights (2) under B Weatherly (29%) at 5-1. Keep an eye on Paradigm Shift (7) and alternates Aunt Berra (3) and Ell Gray (4). Betting suggestions include exacta boxes of 1/5, 5/2, and 2/7, and trifecta boxes of 1/5/2 and 7/5/2.
Race 2 – Maiden Claiming, $16,000 Purse, 12:32 PM
Distance: 1 Mile 70 Yards on Dirt
Big Brook (4), guided by P Lopez (38%), is the frontrunner at 8-5. The longshot Gold Bling (5) with L R Rivera, Jr. (32%) at 15-1 offers an intriguing option, along with Last Dream (3) and jockey J Laprida (33%) at 5-1. Also competing are Majestic Lion (1) and alternates T’was the Night (2) and Keep It Salty (6). For bettors, consider exacta boxes of 4/5, 5/3, and 3/1, and trifecta boxes of 4/5/3 and 1/5/3.
Race 3 – Starter Optional Claiming, $26,000 Purse, 12:59 PM
Distance: 6 Furlongs on Dirt
The third race sees Finally Captured (4) with F Pennington (42%) leading at 3-1. Roan Burgundy (3) and Carbonite (2), ridden by M J Sanchez (38%) and P Lopez (38%) respectively, follow closely. Watch out for Lookin’ Super (5) and alternates Depoli (1) and Professor Kool (6). Recommended bets are exacta boxes of 4/3, 3/2, and 2/5, and trifecta boxes of 4/3/2 and 5/3/2.
Race 4 – Claiming, $7,500 Purse, 01:26 PM
Distance: 1 Mile 70 Yards on Dirt
Closing out the first part of the day, Catalena (3) with M Rojas (36%) is a solid pick at 6-1. Burano (4), ridden by A Adorno (31%), is a strong contender at 6-5, followed by Luli’s Dancer (6) with B Weatherly (29%) at 8-1. Also in the mix are Popthechampagne Ro (7) and alternates Cinnamon Dream (5) and Luna T (2). For wagering, consider exacta boxes of 3/4, 4/6, and 6/7, and trifecta boxes of 3/4/6 and 7/4/6.
As always, while these picks and tips provide a guide, the excitement of horse racing lies in its unpredictability. Best of luck to all the bettors and horses at Parx Racing today!
