Gulfstream Park 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 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Zero Remorse 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Ever Yours 2.50 1.3 2-1
1 1 Blessings From Mom 15.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Stone Love 12.00 2.8 5-1
7 7 Nour 5.00 2.9 6-1
6 6 Dreads On Top 3.50 SCRATCH
3 3 Money Rules 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Nvdia 12.00 1 2-1
5 5 Running Hot 2.50 1.2 2-1
8 8 Spun to Purfection 4.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Nipsey 6.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Princess Honor 5.00 3 6-1
4 4 Shaboujee 10.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Losecontrol 3.00 6 11-1
6 6 Poccetti 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Ashima 1.00 1 2-1
2 2 Bet Stormy 4.00 2 4-1
3 3 Goodbetterbest 3.50 2.7 5-1
6 6 Sarah’s Dream 3.00 3 6-1
1 1 Bomb Squad 20.00 5.4 10-1
4 4 Bellwether 20.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Areacodefiveoone 6.00 1 2-1
3 3 Classic Ballad 3.00 1.3 3-1
7 7 Brenna 5.00 2.9 5-1
4 4 Ask the Monarch 6.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Royal Prado 8.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 My Happy Holiday 20.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Evanora 12.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Sheshimaintenance 2.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Mom’s Martini 1.20 1 2-1
3 3 Chill Bean 8.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Zo Zucchera 3.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 Vino Limone 12.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Anacapri 12.00 5.2 10-1
4 4 Shedoo Kitten 30.00 5.3 10-1
6 6 Golden Valley 6.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Crafty Collector 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Edith 1.00 1 2-1
5 5 Vivi Get Your Guns 20.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Pop Rox 6.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Lido Beach 8.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Uncaptured Dove 3.00 4.5 8-1
1 1 Greenfield Cougar 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Star of Saturn 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Defended 3.00 2.9 6-1
7 7 Charlie’s Beauty 2.50 3.1 6-1
5 5 Both Sides 4.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Twizzle 12.00 4.1 8-1
4 4 Atalanta Alexandra 12.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Girvin Star 3.50 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Ninja Star 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Fregon 4.00 2.5 5-1
5 5 Clear Destination 2.00 3.9 7-1
4 4 Victory Dash 6.00 4 7-1
3 3 Lights of Broadway 4.50 4.3 8-1
7 7 Benvolio 15.00 6.2 12-1
6 6 Santo Dios (ARG) 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Ellagio 12.00 1 2-1
8 8 Lily Bird 2.50 1.8 3-1
4 4 Kiss Cam 6.00 2.5 5-1
6 6 Mama Drama 5.00 2.9 5-1
1 1 For the Thrill 8.00 5.1 10-1
5 5 Just Take Notes 30.00 5.7 11-1
3 3 Omo Ten Girl 2.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Mean to Me 6.00 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.