Del Mar Horse Racing Picks for Friday, July 18, 2025

Below is a table for each race of the day. The table is ordered by our algorythmically calculated expected order of finish. Our program takes into account past performances, workout times, speed ratings, recency, and breeder/jockey data amoung other data points.

Using the “Expected” column, the lower number is better. When there is a clear lowest value, we like that horse best to win. In situations where many horses share low numbers, we like those horses equally well. If no horse is under 3, the results are less clear to us and bettors should examine the race more closely.

Using the “Value” column, we present the minimum payout we would recommend betting the particular horse. Look for higher-paying odds than those listed if you like that horse.

Scratches are notated and will be updated as available.

RACE NUMBER 1 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Trusty Rusty 6.00 1 2-1
9 9 Joint Venture 6.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Zimba Warrior 8.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Man Child 12.00 5.2 10-1
6 6 Leyas Candy 8.00 5.7 11-1
7 7 Ready to Pounce 3.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Fireman Dan 5.00 6.7 13-1
1 1 Attila the Dun 20.00 8.4 16-1
2 2 Mongolian Max 3.50 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Mr. Leasure 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Let Seamus Go 3.00 1.3 2-1
4 4 Backdoor Royalty 12.00 1.4 3-1
6 6 Night Out 2.50 1.9 4-1
1 1 Blamethegoodtimes 6.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Targaryis 6.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Sprint Out Pass 15.00 7.7 14-1
5 5 Pacific Quest 12.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Jarama 6.00 1 2-1
6 6 Toughness 2.50 1.1 2-1
2 2 Invincible 3.00 1.2 2-1
8 8 Left Hand Man 15.00 1.7 3-1
9 9 Zombo Bombo 8.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Cupid’s Crusader 8.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Western Avenue 6.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Nijinsky Halo 20.00 6.2 12-1
5 5 Magic Account 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
11 11 Bad Uncle Barry 4.00 1 2-1
6 6 Anmer Hall 4.00 1 2-1
14 13 Yacowlef (IRE) 3.00 2.3 4-1
8 8 Tahoma 6.00 2.5 5-1
10 10 Itzel 8.00 2.6 5-1
9 9 The Rabbi 20.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Tejon Pass 12.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 Betterdaysrcoming (IRE) 3.50 4.2 8-1
7 7 Zeus’ War 30.00 4.6 9-1
1 1 Vancougar 12.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Barsabas 30.00 6 11-1
13 12 Prayer of Jabez 20.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Kangaroo Court 6.00 SCRATCH
12 98 Charge for Gold 0.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Modus Bestia 8.00 1 2-1
4 4 Vasa 5.00 2.7 5-1
9 9 Cornhuskerchris 20.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Legal Heir 8.00 4.8 9-1
6 6 Brother Brother 4.00 7.3 14-1
8 8 Ballyhooligan 5.00 8.6 16-1
7 7 Tap and Go 12.00 8.7 16-1
3 3 Infinite Spirit 8.00 8.8 17-1
2 2 Lannister 2.50 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Genius Jimmy 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 City Exile (GB) 8.00 1.7 3-1
11 11 Eye On Ry 4.50 3.2 6-1
2 2 Sarwar (FR) 10.00 3.4 6-1
3 3 Mondego (GB) 10.00 SCRATCH
10 10 Elwood Blues 12.00 4.2 8-1
12 12 Reiquist 6.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Dandy Man Shines (IRE) 5.00 4.4 8-1
9 9 Cathal (IRE) 8.00 5 9-1
7 7 Siennois (IRE) 12.00 5.4 10-1
8 8 Irish Prophet 20.00 6.3 12-1
6 98 Maltese Falcon (IRE) 0.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Cara Rose 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Final Table Lady 4.00 4 8-1
5 5 Druliner 5.00 4.7 9-1
9 9 Lino’s Angel 15.00 6.3 12-1
2 2 Kiss Me Coco 8.00 7.1 13-1
4 4 Mustang Knicky 6.00 7.3 14-1
6 6 Blame It On Abby 5.00 7.7 14-1
10 10 Big Coin 20.00 8 15-1
1 1 Imnotvanillasky 10.00 8.1 15-1
14 14 Eighties 20.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Tammy Baby 6.00 SCRATCH
11 98 Pasalubong 0.00 SCRATCH
13 13 Lady K Westfall 3.50 SCRATCH
7 7 Duchess Cat 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Caesars Sportsbook Oceanside S.) – Caesars Sportsbook Oceanside S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Iron Man Cal 1.80 1 2-1
5 5 Artislas 4.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 Kale’s Angel 12.00 4.6 9-1
8 8 Day and Age 6.00 5.2 10-1
10 10 Bodi Zafa 15.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Cali Cat 12.00 6.4 12-1
4 4 Lyle The Crocodile (IRE) 6.00 6.4 12-1
2 2 Incanto (IRE) 15.00 7.1 13-1
7 7 Game Warrior 8.00 7.5 14-1
9 9 Mala 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 9 Pokerknightatvees 6.00 1 2-1
9 8 Titanic Thompson 10.00 2.3 4-1
8 7 Letmein 3.50 2.9 5-1
1 1 No More Ding Dongs 15.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Minister Shane 3.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 The G M 2.50 3.7 7-1
6 6 Mr. Machupicchu 12.00 4 7-1
11 10 Panuco 20.00 4.6 9-1
2 2 Pass the Baton 20.00 4.8 9-1
3 3 Runkerry 20.00 5.6 11-1
7 98 Case Hit 0.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Nafisa 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Church Lady (IRE) 6.00 3.2 6-1
11 11 Miss Artois 15.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Lady Chic 5.00 4.3 8-1
12 12 Auntie 10.00 5.2 10-1
8 8 American Privilege 6.00 5.3 10-1
3 3 Unbinding (GB) 10.00 5.4 10-1
5 5 For Arrogate 15.00 5.5 10-1
1 1 Toes 12.00 5.6 11-1
9 9 Thea 15.00 5.9 11-1
10 10 Gladly 20.00 7.5 14-1
7 7 Ribbons 15.00 8.6 16-1
13 13 Icons Only 30.00 SCRATCH
14 14 Storm Lady (GB) 20.00 SCRATCH

Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Keep up to date on late scratches and other changes – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk.