Welcome to a thrilling day of racing at Aqueduct for Thursday January 18th, 2024! Here’s a detailed guide to help you navigate through today’s races.
Race 1: Maiden Claiming, $30,000
- Post Time: 12.50 PM
- Distance: 6 Furlongs on the Dirt
- Top Pick: (1) Independent Paul, 7-2, Jockey: D Davis (30% in the money)
- Race Insight: Independent Paul is a strong contender in this race. Four Eyes and First Sons also pose a significant challenge.
Race 2: Claiming, $40,000
- Post Time: 01.18 PM
- Distance: 1 Mile on the Dirt
- Top Pick: (5) Leadership Ability, 5-1, Jockey: K Carmouche (36% in the money)
- Race Insight: Leadership Ability stands out with potential. Charisse and Ocean Gateway are also horses to watch.
Race 3: Claiming, $25,000
- Post Time: 01.47 PM
- Distance: 6 Furlongs on the Dirt
- Top Pick: (3) Borletti, 4-1, Jockey: I Castillo (33% in the money)
- Race Insight: Borletti has a good chance in this lineup. Sharpaz and Al’s Frosted are strong contenders as well.
Race 4: Claiming, $32,000
- Post Time: 02.17 PM
- Distance: 6 1/2 Furlongs on the Dirt
- Top Pick: (3) Pretty Up, 6-1, Jockey: K Carmouche (36% in the money)
- Race Insight: Pretty Up shows promise. Keep an eye on Kaymus and Alley’s Song.
Race 5: Maiden Claiming, $40,000
- Post Time: 02.47 PM
- Distance: 6 1/2 Furlongs on the Dirt
- Top Pick: (6) Collect the Data, 9-5, Jockey: M Franco (32% in the money)
- Race Insight: Collect the Data is the favorite. Find Your Joy and Jay’s Love could provide an upset.
Race 6: Claiming, $10,000
- Post Time: 03.18 PM
- Distance: 6 1/2 Furlongs on the Dirt
- Top Pick: (2) Colonel Vargo, 8-5, Jockey: I Castillo (33% in the money)
- Race Insight: Colonel Vargo is in a strong position. Winning Drive and What’s My Category are also worth considering.
Race 7: Allowance Optional Claiming, $74,000
- Post Time: 03.47 PM
- Distance: 7 Furlongs on the Dirt
- Top Pick: (5) Amundson, 4-1, Jockey: K Carmouche (36% in the money)
- Race Insight: Amundson leads the field. Rocket and Roll and The Institute are notable challengers.
Race 8: Maiden Special Weight, $70,000
- Post Time: 04.16 PM
- Distance: 6 Furlongs on the Dirt
- Top Pick: (10) Red Flyer, 10-1, Jockey: K Carmouche (36% in the money)
- Race Insight: Red Flyer has potential for a surprise win. Saint Gaudens and Sorority Prank could also make an impact.
Good luck, and enjoy the races at Aqueduct!
