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Fair Grounds Horse Racing Picks for Sunday, January 11, 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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Custom Cadillac 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Maybe Eye’ll Call 3.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Gypsy Squall 4.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Righteous Freedom 6.00 3.6 7-1
8 8 Catchin Drama 8.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 I Bet You Wont 8.00 5.1 10-1
7 7 Name the Time 12.00 8 15-1
6 6 Patek 12.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Razor Crest 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Big Nickel 3.50 3 6-1
4 4 Mr. Ronnie 4.00 4 8-1
5 5 Duvee 4.50 5 9-1
2 2 Blame Me Seriously 5.00 6 11-1
1 1 Running Ragged 5.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Louisiana Wildlife 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Half Way There 2.50 1.2 2-1
1 1 Tsuperman 4.50 2 4-1
7 7 Torpedo Charlie 5.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Grand Encore 6.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Its Wild Again 20.00 8 15-1
8 8 Seeking a Soldier 20.00 8 15-1
2 2 Lacey’s Kat 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Indian Cat 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 American City 2.50 1.2 2-1
3 3 Big Salt Lick 3.50 1.7 3-1
2 2 Cobblestone Bridge 4.50 2.2 4-1
5 5 Wayllen Richard 10.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Jr’s Gift 12.00 5.6 11-1
1 1 Dromas 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Star’s Image 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Bourbon Boss 4.00 1.5 3-1
10 10 Upturned Brim 5.00 2.1 4-1
9 9 Covey (GB) 6.00 2.6 5-1
8 8 Briterdayzahead 8.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Sawyer Fox 10.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Our Determination 10.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Ooey Gooey Chewy 10.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Treaty 12.00 5.8 11-1
7 7 Clarestown 20.00 10 19-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Rothko 1.20 1 2-1
1 1 Mingo 3.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Lahainaluna 4.00 1.7 3-1
2 2 Crazy Diamond 5.00 2 4-1
5 5 Suspiciously Named 8.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Bestball 20.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Boss of All Bosses 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Pegaso 4.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Calicoco 5.00 2.3 4-1
9 9 Passing Judgment 6.00 2.9 6-1
6 6 Fran’s Star 6.00 2.9 6-1
12 12 Sunday Breeze 8.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 Big Chopper 12.00 6.8 13-1
10 10 Slick and Fast 12.00 6.8 13-1
11 11 Sonya Knows Better 15.00 8.8 17-1
2 2 Cypress Gold 15.00 8.8 17-1
7 7 Wayside Drive 15.00 8.8 17-1
8 8 Brittany’s Dream 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Sono 3.50 1 2-1
8 8 Apriority Rocket 4.00 1.3 2-1
4 4 Hooray Austin 5.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Drewmazing 6.00 2.4 4-1
2 2 Oak Hill Lg 8.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 Malaki Empire 8.00 3.5 7-1
10 10 Samurai’s Grandson 8.00 3.5 7-1
9 9 Sonofaship 8.00 3.5 7-1
7 7 Bet On Bobby 12.00 5.6 11-1
3 3 The Speedy One 20.00 10 19-1

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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