Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, April 24, 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
8 8 Bal de Mar 12.00 1 2-1
2 2 Alluring Serenity 2.50 2.9 6-1
9 9 Jayana 6.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Areacodefiveoone 12.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 La Dinamita 10.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Triple Threat 20.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 Valiant Honor 1.80 4.6 9-1
5 5 Ave Fenix 30.00 7 13-1
4 4 Miss Magical 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Municipal 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Gran Campanero 12.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 King Prince 2.50 3.4 6-1
1 1 Laudable 6.00 4.5 8-1
7 7 Parnassus 3.50 4.7 9-1
2 2 Sofocles 8.00 5.4 10-1
5 5 Bravo Rough 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 I Wish You Love 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Surfer’s Joy 6.00 2.2 4-1
2 2 Jackpot Cree 4.00 4 8-1
6 6 Four Guns 12.00 4.5 9-1
5 5 Van Cleef 10.00 4.7 9-1
7 7 Tonytone 1.60 5.2 10-1
1 1 Infinityandbeyond 20.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Viable Asset 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Clowning Around 1.80 2 4-1
5 5 Rogue Runner 8.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Glancing My Way 8.00 3 6-1
1 1 Rockyta 8.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Viking Quest 3.50 4.6 9-1
6 6 Mo Java 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Torch Is Passed 4.00 1 2-1
3 3 Big Paradise 1.00 1.9 3-1
1 1 Etendre 12.00 3.4 6-1
8 8 Kinetic Stone 3.50 3.8 7-1
7 7 Cross Haste 8.00 5.2 10-1
4 4 Prince David 15.00 5.8 11-1
2 2 Selecto 20.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Sweet Cha Cha 20.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Win for the Money 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Walley World 6.00 2.6 5-1
9 9 Missed the Cut 3.00 5 10-1
7 7 War Bomber (IRE) 12.00 6.6 13-1
2 2 Indecisiveness 12.00 7.5 14-1
6 6 Tour the City 15.00 8.8 17-1
3 3 Bridle a Butterfly 20.00 9.3 18-1
5 5 One Time Willard 8.00 10.1 19-1
11 11 Degree of Risk 10.00 10.2 19-1
8 8 Sky’s Not Falling 15.00 10.9 21-1
1 1 Harrow 10.00 11 21-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Grand Mo the First 4.50 1 2-1
2 2 Con Compania (CHI) 3.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 Cadet Corps 1.80 3.6 7-1
3 3 Flying Liam 2.00 4.5 8-1
1 1 Special Session 15.00 6 11-1
4 4 Awesome Train 8.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Chicken Dance 10.00 1 2-1
1 1 Souper Attentive 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 The Town 4.50 1.7 3-1
4 4 Wearebackyoungman 12.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 Time Passes 4.00 3.3 6-1
8 8 Win With Faith 1.80 3.4 6-1
5 5 David Pepperman 20.00 5.9 11-1
9 9 Cajun Gold 6.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Justin Smiles 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Noble Prince 10.00 1 2-1
5 5 Laser 10.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Royal Salute 2.50 3.6 7-1
2 2 Backdoor Royalty 4.50 3.8 7-1
8 8 Always True 3.00 4.2 8-1
9 9 Saratoga Cruiser 20.00 6.5 12-1
6 6 Chivado 8.00 7.1 13-1
4 4 Frosted Punk 6.00 8.4 16-1
1 1 Don’t Fire Joe 10.00 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.