Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, January 9, 2026

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 Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Mappy 5.00 1 2-1
7 7 Miss Magical 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Everymomentmatters 8.00 1 2-1
8 8 Steel City Lady 6.00 1 2-1
2 2 Rainbow Lane 20.00 1 2-1
5 5 Call the Bullpen 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Niecey 4.50 1 2-1
4 4 Sliceaway 10.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Travieso 12.00 1 2-1
6 6 Il Principado 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Tacitap 8.00 1 2-1
1 1 Bethel Road 8.00 1 2-1
8 8 Don’t Go Astray 4.50 1 2-1
3 3 Lovethisbizz 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Kazooza 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Roux Bucherro 20.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Lady O’Brien 6.00 1 2-1
6 6 Five Eyes Onmichel 3.00 1 2-1
4 4 Fashionable Kitty 20.00 1 2-1
5 5 Flatter Fanatic 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Happy Sunday 10.00 1 2-1
2 2 Diriyah 1.20 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Swedish Candy 10.00 1 2-1
2 2 Josh Ready 8.00 1 2-1
3 3 Bowie 8.00 1 2-1
7 7 If I Can Dream 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 The Last Page 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Van Cleef 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Win N Win 5.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 I C Light 5.00 1 2-1
8 8 Fulmine 15.00 1 2-1
5 5 Ababajoni 15.00 1 2-1
9 9 Wootun 12.00 1 2-1
4 4 Itza Lock 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Elston Gunnn 6.00 1 2-1
3 3 Augustinian 6.00 1 2-1
2 2 Fear 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Zevi’s Zone 30.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Slim Slow Slider 6.00 1 2-1
2 2 Make It Big 4.50 1 2-1
3 3 Lou the Body 5.00 1 2-1
5 5 Skellig Michael 1.80 1 2-1
6 6 He’s a Beast 8.00 1 2-1
1 1 Miami Frank 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Calling the Shots 20.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Pasajera 12.00 1 2-1
7 7 Bomb Squad 20.00 1 2-1
5 5 Dialithic 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Mi Triguena 6.00 1 2-1
6 6 Whirlwind 4.00 1 2-1
1 1 Mamuka 6.00 1 2-1
3 3 Camm’s Princess 1.60 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Mortal Lock 8.00 1 2-1
2 2 Inspeightofcharlie 4.00 1 2-1
7 7 Peak Performer 5.00 1 2-1
8 8 Ark Royal 12.00 1 2-1
6 6 Gold Sovereign 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Big Dividend 30.00 1 2-1
1 1 Operation Overlord 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Swamp Fox 12.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Girl in Blue 15.00 1 2-1
7 7 Lionza 10.00 1 2-1
8 8 Prism Pool Pat 12.00 1 2-1
2 2 Amande 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Phoebeinwonderland 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Chosen Factor 4.50 1 2-1
4 4 Liz Loves Shopping 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Bad Gal Party 8.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Viva Vienne 20.00 1 2-1
5 5 Timeforpeace 12.00 1 2-1
6 6 Covered in Crystal 4.00 1 2-1
8 8 My Lady Jbella 6.00 1 2-1
1 1 Beware of Ooh Lala 8.00 1 2-1
2 2 Backgammon 3.00 1 2-1
4 4 Call Me Precious 6.00 1 2-1
9 9 Noche de Damas 20.00 1 2-1
10 10 Bayou Brigid 20.00 1 2-1
7 7 One Sweet Girl 8.00 1 2-1
11 11 Silicium (FR) 8.00 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.