OK, Rolling fresh into the fall season the first time in a long time as Saratoga is closed for another year and we’re moving on. This Fall I will have Belmont, KY Downs, Keeneland, Aqueduct, Woodbine and lots of stakes races and Spot Plays to looks at. The fall season is always fun and usually rewarding. For Thursday I’ve completely handicapped all 10 races from KY Downs with Pick5, Pick4 and Pick3 wagers suggested. They will probably set a handle record today as the racing world is focused on the European style turf course. I do suggest playing a little…
Author: Zenyatta John
Zenyatta John
TOP PICKS & SUGGESTED WAGERS I handicap the races and list Four Horses per race (plus another in case scratches) in order of preference starting with the Top Pick so multi-race and inter-race wagers can be formed. Currently, I am focused on BELMONT PARK & CHURCHILL DOWNS providing my Pick5, Pick4 and Pick3 wagering strategies. My selections for turf races are 2nd to none. I find value and Double Digit Top Pick Turf Winner as my specialty.. Spot Plays may also be included in the daily selections, weekends more probable. Tracks for potential Spot Plays include WOODBINE, SANTA ANITA PARK, LAUREL PARK, GULFSTREAM PARK, and DELAWARE PARK. I'll focus around turf races looking to cash nice tickets.
ALL RACES FOR TURF ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (0-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ KY DOWNS RACE 1 ~ (0 star) 1 Mile | 3 Yr Olds & Up | MAIDEN CLAIM – #8 ROAD GAME – 2nd start, stretches out #3 ARABIAN STORY – the one to beat #1 BIG BEAUTIFUL WALL – plodder gets position #5 POPULIST – may grab share (#14 HARD COUNT) PK5 ~ (3,8/7,9,12/4,7,9/4,9,12/7,10) – – ~~~~ KY DOWNS RACE 2 ~ (0 star) 6 1/2 Furlongs | 3 Yr…
OFF TURF PICKS PROVIDED ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (0-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 1 ~ (1 star) 1 1/16 Miles | TURF | 3 Yr Olds & Up | MAIDEN SPECIAL WEIGHT – #5 MOTATAABEQ – well prepped firster #3 BORDER TOWN – the one to beat #4 DOSWELL – does he want to win? #10 CARDIFF CAY – 2nd start, big jock switch (#2 SOUTHERN BRIGADE) —-[DIRT 5,2,10,8,1]—- PK5 ~ (3,4,5,10/4,8/1,8/1,2,4/3,4,13) – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 2 ~ (2 star) 6…
GRASS PICKS FOR GRASS ONLY ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (0-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 1 ~ (2 star) 5 1/2 Furlongs | 2 Yr Olds | MAIDEN SPECIAL WEIGHT – #8 SUMMER SANGRIA – wire to wire #6 CHIMNEY ROCK – turns back to sprint #2 MONTANA MAN – 1st Lasix, 1st turf #4 BAHAMIAN PRINCE – claimed, 1st turf (#9 LAS RAMBLAS ) PK5 ~ (2,4,6,8/2,5,8/1,3,5/3,7/8) PK5 ~ (8/2,5,8/1,3,5/3,7/1,6,8) – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 2 ~ (0 star) 7 Furlongs |…
OK, Big day on tap as its Opening Day at Kentucky Downs as they race only 5 days a year over a European style turf course. For Saturday I’v completely handicapped all 12 races from Saratoga with Pick5, Pick4 and Pick3 wagers suggested plus I’ve also handicapped KY Downs 6-10 with Pick5, Pick4 and Pick3 wagers suggested. At Saratoga, the card is deep and very playable. I have a few turf horses I like to upset the apple cart plus a horse I can’t wait to see run as I’m expecting something very special after a jaw dropping race last…
GRASS PICKS FOR GRASS ONLY ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (0-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 1 ~ (1 star) 1 1/16 Miles | TURF | 2 Yr Olds | MAIDEN SPECIAL WEIGHT – #7 HARD STING – forwardly placed, 1st Lasix #6 SUL MOON – the one to beat #2 MYAMONOI – well prepped firster #1 KING’S HONOR – firster draws hedge (#5 ETERNAL SUMMER) PK5 ~ (2,6,7/3,6,7/2,3/4,8/1,4,8,10) – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 2 ~ (1 star) 5 1/2 Furlongs | TURF |…
OK, For Friday I’ve completely handicapped all 11 races from Saratoga with Pick5, Pick4 and Pick3 wagers suggested after 3 Top pick Winners from 10 Friday races. A real nice day of racing sets up with good racing, a few nice horse to bet and spectacular end of summer weather. Some key turf horses as usual that I’ll be looking to build tickets around and a first time starter who has push button acceleration that should be on display through the stretch. I’m looking forward to playing for sure as Closing Week is upon us. I’ll also have the Late…
GRASS PICKS FOR GRASS ONLY ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (0-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 1 ~ (1 star) 7 Furlongs | NYB | 3 Yr Olds & Up | MAIDEN SPECIAL WEIGHT – #8 FREAKY STYLEY – controls race from outside #5 LUNA’S IN CHARGE – the one to beat #7 FINCANIALSTABILITY – makes 2nd start #4 WILD BOAR – may grab share (#1 MOONLIGHT NOW) PK5 ~ (5,7,9/2,3,4/3/3,5,6/1,5,6) PK5 ~ (5,7,9/2,3,4/3,4/3,6/1,6) – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 2 ~ (2 star) 1…
OK, Slight rainfall over night after the races shouldn’t do much other than help the surfaces as I’ve completely handicapped all 10 races from Saratoga with Pick5, Pick4, Pick3 and Off Turf picks just in case. A nice day of races sets up today after only 2 Top Pick Winners Wednesday where it seemed my 2nd choices won 4 or 5 races. The sequences are deep today but certainly there are placed to make a stand and I’ve identified mine. Trying to beat some favorites that seem vulnerable or singling ones and using them as an anchor. Been waiting for…
OFF TURF PICKS PROVIDED ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (0-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 1 ~ (0 star) 6 Furlongs | NYB | Fillies | 2 Yr Olds | MAIDEN SPECIAL WEIGHT – #8 KEYPIT – 2nd out, 1st Lasix, forwardly placed #4 MORE GLITTER – Pletcher firster working well #6 BINGOLINA – sharp for debut #5 IRISH DANZING – may grab share (#3 SURPRISE ARRIVAL) PK5 ~ (4,5,6,8/1,6,9/1,7/5,7,8/1) PK5 ~ (4,5,6,8/6/1,7/5,7,8/1,4,10) – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 2 ~ (3 star) 1 1/8…