Del Mar Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, August 2, 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 Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Jewlz 8.00 1 2-1
3 3 South Bay 4.00 2.4 4-1
2 2 Miss Queue 12.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Radiant View 3.50 2.9 5-1
4 4 Miss Donna 8.00 2.9 5-1
7 7 Hypergamy 3.00 3.1 6-1
8 8 Salty Siss 12.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 We Salute You 8.00 3.4 6-1
9 9 Copper Luna 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Kid Dynasty 5.00 1 2-1
5 5 Charlie Foxtrot 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Mutt Dillin 12.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 Smiling Tizzy 8.00 2.4 4-1
1 1 Veracruz 2.50 4.2 8-1
6 6 Magic Connection 8.00 6 11-1
3 3 Beneficial 4.00 6.4 12-1
4 4 About Last Night 20.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Lammas (GB) 6.00 1 2-1
1 1 Dicey Mo Chara (GB) 3.00 5.3 10-1
7 7 Packs a Wahlop 2.50 5.5 10-1
5 5 Mondego (GB) 6.00 6.5 12-1
3 3 Phosphorescence (FR) 12.00 6.9 13-1
6 6 British Isles 10.00 7 13-1
2 2 Lahaina Flavor 4.00 8 15-1
4 4 Irish Prophet 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Perfect Smile 2.50 1 2-1
9 9 Ponytail Pete 6.00 1.3 2-1
7 7 Ionian Gem 6.00 1.4 3-1
5 5 Savel 8.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Lucky Nea 15.00 1.8 3-1
8 8 Long Legged Babs 20.00 2.4 5-1
6 6 Pocket Venus 3.00 3.1 6-1
2 2 The Perfect Spice 20.00 4.1 8-1
4 4 Kiss Me Kado 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Guy Named Joe 2.50 SCRATCH
8 8 The Shillelagh 8.00 2.3 4-1
5 5 Spearfish 4.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Hawker 5.00 4.7 9-1
9 9 Mongolian Altai 6.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Mighty Kai 3.50 6 11-1
2 2 Standard of Proof 20.00 6.5 12-1
4 4 Bid On the Prize 20.00 7.6 14-1
7 7 Meeking 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Misstrial 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Umbralle 4.00 6.3 12-1
8 8 Golden Two Step 12.00 6.4 12-1
1 1 Jasmine 6.00 6.7 13-1
5 5 Roccabella 12.00 7 13-1
2 2 Grandma Mary 8.00 7.3 14-1
4 4 Bourbon and Ginger 3.00 8 15-1
7 7 Separator 15.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Glorious Life 3.00 1 2-1
4 4 Jack Fish 2.00 2 4-1
2 2 Nap 8.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Oakley’s Smile 20.00 3.9 7-1
9 9 War Swift 20.00 4.5 9-1
6 6 Benny’s Puzzle 20.00 5 9-1
10 10 Light Dragoon 20.00 5.6 11-1
3 3 Tiger Smiling 6.00 6.2 12-1
7 7 Little Raymond 5.00 6.9 13-1
11 11 Bankin On Jonathan 20.00 7.1 13-1
5 5 Uncrowned King 30.00 9 17-1
14 14 Kiss for Lulu 8.00 SCRATCH
13 13 Mom Says 12.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Otto’s Magic 8.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Grubauer 4.50 1 2-1
7 7 Good With People 3.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Wayne the Brain 8.00 2.9 5-1
5 5 Awesome Rhythm 6.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Southern Gentleman 2.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Tapatio Leo 15.00 6 11-1
4 4 Firmus 5.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (California Dreamin’ S.) – California Dreamin’ S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Kings River Knight 1.00 1 2-1
2 2 Aligato 4.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Mr. Disrespectful 8.00 3.2 6-1
11 11 Mystic Spirit 15.00 5 10-1
7 7 Coalinga Road 8.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Clouseau 12.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Takes Three 15.00 5.3 10-1
6 6 Barely Funtional 30.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Annan 30.00 6.7 13-1
4 4 Miss Jo’s Curlin 30.00 8 15-1
10 10 Pure Madness 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Clement L. Hirsch S. Presented By Oak Tree Racing Association) – Clement L. Hirsch S. Presented By Oak Tree Racing Association

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Kopion 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Richi (CHI) 3.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Seismic Beauty 2.00 2.5 5-1
2 2 Royal Spa 6.00 3.6 7-1
6 6 Little Hidden Port (ARG) 12.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Nothing Like You 8.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 Mahina 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 11 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Prince Dolce 8.00 1 2-1
5 5 Canani 12.00 1.8 3-1
12 12 Miles Finch 4.00 1.9 4-1
10 10 Uncle Chilly 5.00 2.4 5-1
2 2 Prince of Del Mar 20.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Cardiff Crack 12.00 2.7 5-1
11 11 Chromeflash 8.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 Winning Patriot 10.00 2.9 5-1
8 8 Three Georges 15.00 3.5 7-1
9 9 Mining District 3.50 3.6 7-1
3 3 Sogno Di Vino 15.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 It’s a Factor 20.00 4.5 9-1
13 13 Brazenly 6.00 SCRATCH
14 98 Jimmy Blue Jeans 0.00 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.