Fair Grounds Horse Racing Picks for Friday, January 30, 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
4 4 Turf Rocket 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Classic Performer 4.00 1.5 3-1
3 3 Annie’s Joy 4.50 1.7 3-1
5 5 Hittin My Stride 5.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Rambert 8.00 3.4 6-1
9 9 Start Singing 8.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Call’em All 8.00 3.4 6-1
7 7 Spinning Glory 8.00 3.4 6-1
8 8 Shorty Mac 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Mo Diva 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Broadway Star 4.00 1.6 3-1
4 4 Vanna G 4.50 1.9 4-1
2 2 Delightful Halo 5.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Clearly Bella 5.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 Wosiemaks 6.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 Moneyforwednesday 12.00 6.3 12-1
6 6 Instaspeed 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Truly an Honor 3.50 1 2-1
9 9 Stress Test 4.00 1.2 2-1
5 5 Harpermarie 5.00 1.6 3-1
4 4 Bourbon Americana 6.00 2 4-1
2 2 Honor Azteca 6.00 2 4-1
3 3 Clawless Brit 6.00 2 4-1
12 12 Tortuga Coast 6.00 2 4-1
11 11 She’s an Earner 10.00 3.7 7-1
10 10 Birkin Elegance 15.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Improve Position 20.00 7.9 15-1
8 8 Londinium 30.00 12 23-1
6 6 Vienna Waits 30.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Don’t Come Looking 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Sister Lily 2.50 2.1 4-1
3 3 Divine Rose 3.50 3.2 6-1
1 1 Aegis 4.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Queen Jubilee 5.00 5 9-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Diva Beach 3.50 1 2-1
9 9 Becky’sgottahaveit 4.50 1.6 3-1
2 2 Snazzy Gal 5.00 1.9 4-1
7 7 Lady Star 6.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Factor of Time 6.00 2.5 5-1
10 10 Back Street Baby 8.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Awree 8.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Run Bambi Run 12.00 6.2 12-1
1 1 Clearly Creeps 12.00 6.2 12-1
6 6 Visionista 20.00 11 21-1
11 11 Pasila 20.00 11 21-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Whtruwearingrlfrnd 1.60 1 2-1
1 1 Thrill Seeker 2.00 1.1 2-1
3 3 Braken Poppa 3.00 1.3 2-1
2 2 Missin Missy 5.00 1.6 3-1
5 5 Tied the Knot 15.00 3.4 6-1
6 6 Custom Ruby 30.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Castle Run 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Hitchcock 4.00 1.4 3-1
10 10 Razorcat 4.50 1.6 3-1
11 11 Flick 4.50 1.6 3-1
3 3 Ice Wolf 6.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Restore (FR) 6.00 2.1 4-1
8 8 D C Boy’s 8.00 2.9 5-1
1 1 Cool Customer 8.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Eccentric Club 12.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Gazar 20.00 7.3 14-1
5 5 Unaffiliated 30.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Jayjayjay 4.00 1 2-1
3 3 Runner Runner 4.50 1.5 3-1
8 8 Closing Agent 4.50 1.5 3-1
6 6 Custom Ride 5.00 2 4-1
5 5 Ocean Voyager 6.00 3 6-1
7 7 Tombigbee 6.00 3 6-1
4 4 Louisiana Star 8.00 5 9-1
1 1 Sultan’s Pride 12.00 9 17-1
9 9 Gallabye 12.00 9 17-1

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.