Categories: Horse Racing

Churchill Downs – Wednesday, October 30, 2024 Horse Racing Insights

Today’s Churchill Downs lineup promises exciting action with a range of Claiming and Allowance races. Here’s a breakdown of each race and our recommended picks to watch out for in your wagers.


Race 1: Starter Allowance – 1 1/16 Miles (Dirt) – $56,000

Post Time: 1:00 PM
Top Pick: (1) River in Egypt at 5-1 leads our choices with J. Padron-Barcenas riding and a strong win record. (3) Cawkab at 4-1 and (2) Harleezy at 5-1 round out the trifecta.

  • Best Bet: Exacta Box 1/3/2
  • Trifecta Box: 1/3/2/5

Race 2: Maiden Claiming – 6 Furlongs (Dirt) – $50,000

Post Time: 1:29 PM
Top Pick: (8) Mackadoo at 10-1 is our pick for an upset, with (3) Pakula at 10-1 and (2) Crooked Bullet at 7-2 rounding out our top three.

  • Best Bet: Exacta Box 8/3/2
  • Trifecta Box: 8/3/2/4

Race 3: Allowance – 5 1/2 Furlongs (Dirt) – $141,000

Post Time: 1:58 PM
Top Pick: (1) Moonlit Lady at 10-1 could be a valuable underdog bet. (5) Youalmosthadme at 6-5 and (3) Blue Squall at 6-1 provide solid place and show options.

  • Best Bet: Exacta Box 1/5/3
  • Trifecta Box: 1/5/3/2

Race 4: Maiden Claiming – 1 Mile (Dirt) – $20,000

Post Time: 2:27 PM
Top Pick: (8) Scarlet Red Sky at 15-1 has upset potential in this Maiden Claiming race. (2) Lovebug at 9-2 and (3) Divineintervention at 8-1 follow closely.

  • Best Bet: Exacta Box 8/2/3
  • Trifecta Box: 8/2/3/7

Race 5: Claiming – 6 1/2 Furlongs (Dirt) – $16,000

Post Time: 2:57 PM
Top Pick: (8) Bye Bye Liam at 5-2 with E. Asmussen has good odds, while (4) Extra Halo at 9-2 and (7) Spurrier at 3-1 are competitive.

  • Best Bet: Exacta Box 8/4/7
  • Trifecta Box: 8/4/7/2

Race 6: Claiming – 1 Mile (Dirt) – $12,500

Post Time: 3:26 PM
Top Pick: (8) Hemp Heaven at 12-1 offers potential value, followed by (10) Call of Honor at 7-2 and (6) El Franco at 20-1.

  • Best Bet: Exacta Box 8/10/6
  • Trifecta Box: 8/10/6/2

Race 7: Maiden Special Weight – 1 Mile (Dirt) – $120,000

Post Time: 3:55 PM
Top Pick: (3) Happy Talk at 5-2 stands out with a favorable position. (7) Islander at 7-2 and (2) Sonhador at 2-1 should finish in contention.

  • Best Bet: Exacta Box 3/7/2
  • Trifecta Box: 3/7/2/1

Race 8: Claiming – 6 Furlongs (Dirt) – $20,000

Post Time: 4:25 PM
Top Pick: (10) I Got No Munny at 10-1 is a solid choice in this claiming race. (2) Ready Pursuit at 30-1 and (7) Kattath at 8-1 provide excellent value for show.

  • Best Bet: Exacta Box 10/2/7
  • Trifecta Box: 10/2/7/4

Race 9: Allowance – 6 1/2 Furlongs (Dirt) – $127,000

Post Time: 4:55 PM
Top Pick: (7) Princip at 20-1 is our pick for an underdog surprise. (1) Gold Sweep at 20-1 and (4) Goldbrick at 20-1 add value in exotic bets.

  • Best Bet: Exacta Box 7/1/4
  • Trifecta Box: 7/1/4/9

Race 10: Maiden Claiming – 1 Mile (Dirt) – $30,000

Post Time: 5:24 PM
Top Pick: (8) Rocket Night at 9-2 has good odds with (2) Vincita at 5-1 and (9) Macho Villa at 15-1 providing solid show value.

  • Best Bet: Exacta Box 8/2/9
  • Trifecta Box: 8/2/9/3

Closing Thoughts

Churchill Downs presents a variety of intriguing bets today, with plenty of value plays and exacta opportunities. Don’t overlook the underdogs—they can bring strong returns on this track.

Ron Raymond

Ron Raymond is a well-known sports handicapper who runs ATS Stats and the Raymond REPORT. He has over 21 years of experience in the industry and provides expert analysis and predictions for various sports, including football, baseball, hockey, and basketball.

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