Welcome to another exciting day of thoroughbred racing at Santa Anita Park! With nine thrilling races on the card, there’s plenty of action to enjoy. Let’s dive into today’s top picks, odds, and recommended betting strategies.
Post Time: 4:00 PM
This race opens the day with an intriguing turf sprint. (5) Ur in Trouble is the top pick, offering excellent value at 10/1 odds with S. Carmona aboard. (2) Champagne Camie is expected to finish strong with J. J. Hernandez guiding her as the favorite at 8/5. (4) Song of Shadows is a solid show pick at 8/1, while (6) Inner Beauty can serve as a joker with decent value at 4/1.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 5/2/4
Trifecta Box: 5/2/4/6
Post Time: 4:30 PM
In this maiden claiming race, (5) Celtica is the value play at 15/1 with S. Carmona aboard. (3) She’s My Flame is the clear favorite at 5/2 with T. J. Pereira. (1) Lucky Nea offers longshot potential at 30/1, while (7) Empress Lorrayne looks like a solid joker pick at 6/1.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 5/3/1
Trifecta Box: 5/3/1/7
Post Time: 5:00 PM
A competitive turf sprint awaits in race 3. (2) Mubtadaa is the top pick, favored at 5/2, while (4) Took Charge provides excellent longshot value at 20/1. (5) Mission Beach is also worth a look for show at 10/1. (6) Daniel’s Magic is a joker pick and should be included in exotic wagers.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 2/4/5
Trifecta Box: 2/4/5/6
Post Time: 5:30 PM
A dirt sprint with plenty of excitement in race 4. (7) Awesome Taylor is the longshot pick at 15/1 with S. Carmona in the irons. (4) Discrepancy is the strong favorite at 4/5, while (1) Dance Kid could surprise at 20/1. (2) Gray Frost also makes for an intriguing joker play.
Best Bet: Trifecta Box 7/4/1/2
Post Time: 6:00 PM
(5) Rastaman Vibe is favored at 5/1 in this mile-long turf race. (9) Nashoba’s Joy and (11) Captain Choochies are also solid contenders at 12/1. (10) Baldoro provides value as a joker pick.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 5/9/11
Trifecta Box: 5/9/11/10
Post Time: 6:30 PM
Race 6 offers value with (6) Roses n’ Chrome as a 30/1 longshot pick. (5) Spirit Rules is the favorite at 6/5, while (1) Guitar Girl is a strong show pick at 6/1. (7) Toulouse Detrac is a solid joker pick at 10/1.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 6/5/1
Trifecta Box: 6/5/1/7
Post Time: 7:00 PM
The stakes race of the day features (4) Queen of the Mud as the top pick at 3/1. (7) Ankyrah could surprise at 30/1, and (1) Royal Charter looks strong at 6/1 for show. (6) Moment’s Pleasure rounds out the field as a joker pick.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 4/7/1
Trifecta Box: 4/7/1/6
Post Time: 7:30 PM
(6) Zabo is the favorite in this maiden special weight at 6/1, with (5) Dr. Ruben M and (8) Freedom’s Not Free close behind. (4) Cano for the Win is a joker play at 12/1.
Best Bet: Exacta Box 6/5/8
Trifecta Box: 6/5/8/4
Post Time: 8:00 PM
The final race of the day sees (5) Brazenly as a top pick at 10/1. (11) Moon Ice is a place bet at 4/1, while (12) Kerry Gold offers value at 30/1 for show. (2) Big George is a solid joker at 8/1.
Best Bet: Trifecta Box 5/11/12
Joker Play: (2) Big George
Final Thoughts:
With competitive fields throughout the day, Santa Anita Park promises plenty of excitement. Whether you’re playing the exactas, trifectas, or looking for longshots, there are great betting opportunities on offer. Good luck with your picks!
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