Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, August 1, 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
3 3 Smooth Claret 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Rogers Park 3.00 2.7 5-1
7 7 Let’s Dance Again 2.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Dixie Escape 5.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 Anacapri 8.00 4.3 8-1
2 2 Neblina 8.00 4.5 8-1
5 5 Far Above 30.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Mischievous Scout 12.00 1 2-1
7 7 London 2.50 3.6 7-1
6 6 Will to Thrill 5.00 4 8-1
5 5 Habibi Jose (IRE) 4.50 4.7 9-1
3 3 La Dolce Vita 1.80 4.8 9-1
4 4 Divine Secrets 6.00 5.1 10-1
8 8 The Princess Bro 20.00 5.4 10-1
2 2 Take Charge Candy 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Easier Said 8.00 1 2-1
2 2 Strengthnguidance 15.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Mustang Bay 1.00 2 4-1
6 6 Superfight 12.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Song So Sweet 3.50 4 8-1
4 4 Last Shall B First 20.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 He’s a Daredevil 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 To Monarch 1.20 1 2-1
4 4 A G Diamond 1.60 2.3 4-1
1 1 R Money Moves 3.50 2.5 5-1
2 2 Sterling Harmony 8.00 4.3 8-1
3 3 Racket 20.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Nature Boy 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Always Adriana 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Omega Ms 10.00 1.1 2-1
5 5 Supers Lucky Lady 3.00 2.1 4-1
3 3 Secret Victory 4.50 4.5 8-1
2 2 Tinta Roja 1.80 5 9-1
1 1 Lucky Girl Coco 20.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Money Bouquet 12.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Cousin Kristi 5.00 1 2-1
4 4 Musical Design 4.50 1.3 2-1
3 3 Lido Beach 6.00 1.4 3-1
6 6 Call Me Spicy 1.60 1.9 3-1
2 2 Royally Blue 3.00 2.2 4-1
1 1 Thankfully 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Sponge Time 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Dream Scheme 15.00 1.2 2-1
6 6 Wineman Trax 8.00 1.7 3-1
4 4 Giftedbydesign 2.00 2.1 4-1
7 7 Westhampton 2.50 3.1 6-1
3 3 Adventurous Spirit 3.50 SCRATCH
5 5 Easy Answer 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Private Thoughts 5.00 1 2-1
7 7 Sticky McShnickens 3.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Jack Kerouac 4.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Smart Striker 2.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Drink N Wink 3.50 4.5 8-1
4 4 Tigre 12.00 4.9 9-1
6 6 Wasamattafoyou 30.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Lumber Legacy 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Theo’s Thunder 4.50 2.9 5-1
1 1 Jimbo Bailey 4.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Worth the Wait 12.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Guys Trip 3.50 4 8-1
5 5 Flashover 20.00 4.4 8-1
9 9 Air Force Royalty 15.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Temperature Rising 30.00 7.3 14-1
7 7 Garrincha 5.00 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.