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Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, December 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
1 1 Gemstone Warrior 15.00 1 2-1
8 8 Decisive Pride 30.00 1 2-1
9 9 Lamcaro 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Tricky Tiger 20.00 1 2-1
6 6 Kuwait Towers 20.00 1 2-1
3 3 Beauty Bolt 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Last Run 20.00 1 2-1
2 2 G Speedy 4.50 1 2-1
10 10 Saint Cloud 8.00 1 2-1
4 4 McMullen 2.50 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 In Fact Sheza Zask 15.00 1 2-1
2 2 Lilys Back 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Pass Failed 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Ilithyia 30.00 1 2-1
8 8 Souffle On Fire 5.00 1 2-1
3 3 Starship Aspen 8.00 1 2-1
6 6 Amelia 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 D’argento Bolt 6.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Tshiebwe 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Shea D World 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sneak Preview 1.60 1 2-1
1 1 Speed Control 10.00 1 2-1
4 4 Endrick 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Sweet Cha Cha 20.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Sniper Jack 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Evil Empire 4.50 1 2-1
1 1 To the Max 20.00 1 2-1
3 3 Wittingly 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Deuxieme Chance 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Depth Perception 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Whiskytangodisco 8.00 1 2-1
4 4 No Bills Campaign 10.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Name It 30.00 1 2-1
4 4 Hammerstein 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Paris Surprise 8.00 1 2-1
9 9 Royal Browne 15.00 1 2-1
10 10 Culpa 12.00 1 2-1
6 6 Irrelevant 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Kulapat 12.00 1 2-1
3 3 Gene and Jude 6.00 1 2-1
8 8 English Law 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Irish Gent (IRE) 5.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Royally Blue 2.50 1 2-1
8 8 Free to Roam 3.50 1 2-1
5 5 Denver’s Alley 6.00 1 2-1
4 4 Lionza 5.00 1 2-1
3 3 Travel Happy 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Garuda 8.00 1 2-1
6 6 J Z’s Last Schance 12.00 1 2-1
1 1 Maranta 12.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Sol Hope 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Foggy Note 4.00 1 2-1
5 5 Laila Bella Girl 5.00 1 2-1
7 7 Tree C’s Kai 6.00 1 2-1
2 2 City Minute 10.00 1 2-1
8 8 Brittany’s Way 10.00 1 2-1
6 6 Love Actually 4.50 1 2-1
1 1 Chosen Factor 12.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Estrella 5.00 1 2-1
6 6 Spiral 20.00 1 2-1
3 3 Affirming 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Nyfive 6.00 1 2-1
8 8 Lisa Connects 12.00 1 2-1
7 7 Smiling Rosie 6.00 1 2-1
2 2 Hot Cocoa 6.00 1 2-1
1 1 Cairo Comedy 3.50 1 2-1
5 5 Incendiary 15.00 1 2-1

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.

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