Fair Grounds Horse Racing Picks for Sunday, January 25, 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 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Berlaine 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Izzy’s Monster 3.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Madison Rae 2.50 1.9 4-1
4 4 All About Me 8.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Blueberry Eyes 8.00 4.5 9-1
3 3 Gypsan 8.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 Im Singled Up 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 De’ Ans Eighty 1.40 1 2-1
5 5 Sally’s Suprise 3.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Unbridled Lunar 12.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Miss Maximus 6.00 4.8 9-1
4 4 Chaparrita 8.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Gold Plus 5.00 5.8 11-1
7 7 Lake Marie 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Global Honor 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Victory Prince 3.00 1.5 3-1
4 4 Clearly Artemus 3.50 1.7 3-1
1 1 Reach for the Aces 30.00 2.4 5-1
8 8 Alwaysfreaky 20.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Seize the Win 6.00 4.4 8-1
7 7 Jus Surprise Me 5.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Clearly Colossal 6.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Huck’s Agenda 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Belle of Liberty 2.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 On Ramp 4.50 3.3 6-1
4 4 She’s Tops 6.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Blumoon Fire 6.00 5.4 10-1
2 2 Ribadeo 6.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Miss River Rat 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Roar of Silence 3.50 1.8 3-1
4 4 Star Anise 8.00 2.6 5-1
9 9 April’s Gem 20.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Differently 8.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Jocasta 12.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Hittin My Stride 8.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Deal’em and Weep 6.00 SCRATCH
6 6 New Light (CHI) 3.50 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 A Hint of Scandel 1.40 1 2-1
7 7 Alotlikechocolate 12.00 2.5 5-1
2 2 Playboy Rocket 4.50 3.6 7-1
8 8 Ray Mefasolateedoe 12.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Bubby 4.00 4.5 8-1
6 6 Dirty Straight Up 10.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Code of Parapluie 12.00 5.5 10-1
1 1 My Boy J 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Denizen 1.20 1 2-1
1 1 Blue Chair Bay 3.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 Got Stripes 6.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Beach Invasion 20.00 4.5 9-1
5 5 Max S 20.00 4.8 9-1
6 6 Classic Sensation 20.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 McGinnis 4.50 SCRATCH
7 7 Film At Eleven 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Western Avenue 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Treaty 3.50 2.1 4-1
7 7 Flipping Fish 4.50 2.2 4-1
3 3 Skip the Line 6.00 2.9 5-1
4 4 Oncoming Train 6.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 Shriner 20.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 Tappin Fora Dance 8.00 4 8-1
8 8 Miri a Coincidence 15.00 5.3 10-1
6 6 Onasa 15.00 SCRATCH

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.