Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Friday, October 3, 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
6 6 Hypergamy 1.60 1 2-1
10 10 Yurak 1.80 1.1 2-1
8 8 Conquistadora 3.00 1.5 3-1
7 7 Tiz Grace 3.50 1.7 3-1
2 2 Island Home 8.00 3.5 7-1
11 11 Fortunate Truth 10.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Latte Luv 10.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Springline 12.00 5 10-1
3 3 Chasing Numbers 15.00 6.2 12-1
12 12 Mama Glows 20.00 8.1 15-1
5 5 Authentically 30.00 12 23-1
9 9 Flamingo Star 30.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Jarama 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Invincible 3.00 1.1 2-1
5 5 Mystic Flyer 3.50 1.2 2-1
4 4 Cupid’s Crusader 5.00 1.6 3-1
6 6 Navy Man 5.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Zombo Bombo 6.00 1.8 3-1
1 1 Seattle Breakout 30.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Sharp Aza Tack 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Doncic 3.00 1.3 2-1
2 2 Daniel’s Magic 3.50 1.6 3-1
5 5 Proof He Rides 4.50 2.3 4-1
6 6 Tougherthantherest 6.00 3.2 6-1
4 4 Harcyn 8.00 4.5 8-1
1 1 Rexford 12.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Liberation 0.80 1 2-1
5 5 Cara Rose 4.00 1.4 3-1
1 1 My Kat 4.50 1.5 3-1
2 2 Lino’s Angel 6.00 1.6 3-1
7 7 Crunchy 10.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Tiger Lady 12.00 2.4 4-1
3 3 Lady Victoria 50.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Ms Brightside (IRE) 1.80 1 2-1
4 4 Hey Demps 2.50 1.2 2-1
1 1 Blue Oasis 4.00 1.7 3-1
5 5 Lady of Power 6.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Tavolara 8.00 3 6-1
7 7 No Other Like You 10.00 3.6 7-1
10 10 Lady Rider 15.00 5.2 10-1
2 2 Lita Way 20.00 6.8 13-1
9 9 Ready to Dare 20.00 6.8 13-1
3 3 Union Heiress 30.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 98 R Awesome Kid 0.00 1 2-1
4 3 Ballyhooligan 2.50 2.1 4-1
6 5 Tap and Go 4.50 3 6-1
5 4 Toppers At Seaside 5.00 3.2 6-1
10 9 Djoser 6.00 3.6 7-1
8 7 Lean Music Machine 8.00 4.5 8-1
11 10 Crossrighthands 10.00 5.3 10-1
7 6 Springs 10.00 5.3 10-1
3 2 At the Post 10.00 5.3 10-1
12 11 Far Over Loaded 12.00 6.2 12-1
9 8 Honor the Cat 12.00 6.2 12-1
13 12 Twilight Time 20.00 9.7 18-1
14 13 Maxville 30.00 14 26-1
2 1 Magaton Man 30.00 14 26-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Broski (IRE) 3.50 1 2-1
8 8 Style Cat 4.50 1.5 3-1
9 9 Septembersixtyfour 5.00 1.7 3-1
7 7 Tariff 5.00 1.7 3-1
5 5 Tempus Volat 6.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Maaz (FR) 6.00 2.2 4-1
1 1 Mythical Reel (IRE) 8.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 Drop Um 10.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 Earned Not Given 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Mr. Machupicchu 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 No More Ding Dongs 3.50 1.2 2-1
7 7 Coach Cronin 4.50 1.7 3-1
4 4 Chasing Rain 6.00 2.4 5-1
3 3 Ario 6.00 2.4 5-1
9 9 Last Call Paul 8.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Ya’ll Come 8.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 One Smokin Dude 15.00 6.7 13-1
8 8 Targaryis 20.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Runamileinmyshoes 1.80 1 2-1
6 6 Issa Court 3.50 1.6 3-1
5 5 She’s a Joker 4.50 2 4-1
3 3 Breve 5.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Summer Lake 6.00 2.5 5-1
2 2 Lady Monclaire 12.00 4.6 9-1
10 10 Illhaveanotherkiss 15.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Dontmesswithtess 20.00 7.5 14-1
9 9 Nanci Griffith 20.00 7.5 14-1
7 7 Miss Will 30.00 11 21-1
11 11 How About Pavel 30.00 11 21-1

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.