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Fair Grounds Horse Racing Picks for Friday, December 26, 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 Dr. Niko 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Kinsman Redeemer 2.50 1.1 2-1
5 5 Red Moscato 4.50 1.5 3-1
7 7 Donegal Dreamer 4.50 1.5 3-1
2 2 Itzcoatl 6.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Storm Strategy 10.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Homeland Messa 30.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Jojo Bean 1.80 1 2-1
9 9 Kalil 2.00 1.2 2-1
7 7 Swamp Queen 4.00 3.2 6-1
8 8 Jus Evelyn 4.50 3.6 7-1
6 6 In B. J.’s Honor 6.00 5.1 10-1
5 5 Lightofmaine 8.00 7.1 13-1
1 1 Rusty’s Sunrise 8.00 7.1 13-1
3 3 Box of Pictures 10.00 9 17-1
4 4 Jus Press Star 10.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Special Sauce 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Maddie’s Garden 3.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Queen of Queens 4.00 2.3 4-1
5 5 Summers With Sonya 6.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Miamante 8.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Authentic Angel 8.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Great Owl 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 The Pretty Sister 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Precious Money 3.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 Congrats Cadet 4.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Sacred Saint 6.00 4.8 9-1
4 4 Kentucky Cajun 6.00 4.8 9-1
6 6 Thundering Desire 6.00 4.8 9-1
7 7 Lulu’s Magic 8.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Maki Monarchy 3.50 1 2-1
9 9 Battle Drum (FR) 4.00 1.3 3-1
10 10 Bolt From Above 5.00 2 4-1
8 8 Hammer of Justice 6.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 E Lion 6.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 Consecrated 8.00 4 8-1
5 5 Date the Prince 10.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Sharp Strike 12.00 6.7 13-1
6 6 Rock N Roll Bolt 12.00 6.7 13-1
12 12 Texas Splurge 12.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 Jack Rabbit 20.00 12 23-1
11 11 Cash App Mike 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Mutually Exclusive 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Perfect Union 3.50 1.3 2-1
8 8 Amora 4.50 1.9 4-1
4 4 Diamond Tiara 5.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Torrey Pine 6.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Illy Simz 6.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Maiz’n Money 12.00 6.3 12-1
1 1 D’ Argonaut 15.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Struck At Midnight 3.00 1 2-1
10 10 Don’s Joy 4.00 1.7 3-1
11 11 Jetties 4.50 2.1 4-1
13 13 You’re in Heaven 8.00 4.5 9-1
9 9 Honor Azteca 8.00 4.5 9-1
1 1 Cara Felce 10.00 5.9 11-1
12 12 Loch Fyne 10.00 5.9 11-1
7 7 Clawless Brit 12.00 7.4 14-1
3 3 Grazie Prego 15.00 9.5 18-1
6 6 Leah’s First 15.00 9.5 18-1
2 2 Ur Fabulous 20.00 13 25-1
5 5 Faithful Departed 20.00 13 25-1
8 8 Dream Eagle 20.00 13 25-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Yockey’s Drivethru 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Starry Eyed 4.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Prodigy Paradise 4.50 2.1 4-1
1 1 Hard Line 4.50 2.1 4-1
8 8 Gabe’s Possum 5.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Running Ragged 6.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 Blame Me Seriously 8.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Starport 10.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Triumphant Spirit 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Ontario 3.50 1.4 3-1
6 6 Mambo Queen 4.50 2.3 4-1
11 11 Arijana’s Pearl 8.00 5.2 10-1
9 9 Miskellieanne 8.00 5.2 10-1
1 1 Sheila’s Lion 8.00 5.2 10-1
8 8 Competitive Threat (IRE) 8.00 5.2 10-1
10 10 Lady of Sky 10.00 6.8 13-1
5 5 Take My Picture 12.00 8.5 16-1
7 7 Starina 12.00 8.5 16-1
4 4 No Map Needed 15.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Jaja Ja Mar 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Betsy Louise 3.00 1.4 3-1
4 4 Major Move 3.00 1.4 3-1
6 6 Dewey’s Soldier 8.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 Go Hot Girl 10.00 6.5 12-1
7 7 Sautee Nacoochee 10.00 6.5 12-1
3 3 Athena’s Iron Lady 12.00 8 15-1
5 5 Metallic Maid 12.00 8 15-1

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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