Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Sunday, May 3, 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
5 5 Hope Town Girl 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Fantasy World 3.50 2.6 5-1
6 6 Flowerbomb 15.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Vanessa’s Wish 12.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Ilithyia 10.00 5.2 10-1
7 7 Do I Look Worried 4.00 5.8 11-1
3 3 Love of J 20.00 6.3 12-1
8 8 Tie It With a Bow 2.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Pike 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Melody Man 1.80 1.6 3-1
3 3 Playful Pal 8.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Win Runner 12.00 2 4-1
1 1 Baby Bandito 4.50 2.9 6-1
7 7 Just Moises 6.00 5.1 10-1
4 4 High Lateen 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Golden Valley 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Geaux Amy 20.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Evanora 2.50 2.9 5-1
1 1 Five Eyes Onmichel 4.50 3.1 6-1
3 3 Just Take Notes 3.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Foxy Lady 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Sister Slew 1.60 1 2-1
5 5 Decisive Maiara 3.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Basilica Light 6.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Riyah Al Nil 20.00 3.2 6-1
4 4 Shes Blue N Orange 4.00 5.1 10-1
7 7 Bella Patrona 12.00 5.9 11-1
6 6 Mazorca 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Complexed 6.00 1 2-1
6 6 Message of Hope (IRE) 8.00 1.5 3-1
3 3 Lomax 6.00 2.8 5-1
8 8 Excuses 10.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Mega Don 12.00 5.8 11-1
2 2 Swamp Fox 2.50 6 11-1
7 7 Laird of Magnolia 20.00 6.5 12-1
5 5 Hillbilly Bob 1.60 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 A Moment a Love 12.00 1 2-1
3 3 She Inspires 4.50 4.3 8-1
1 1 Chestnut 1.60 4.4 8-1
2 2 Gotta Be Madison 4.00 4.4 8-1
5 5 Americanexpression 2.50 6 11-1
7 7 Rishona 8.00 6.1 11-1
6 6 Perfect Twirl 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Big Timer 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 War to Remember 6.00 1.5 3-1
5 5 Final Payment 1.00 2.4 4-1
4 4 I’m Tuff Enough 4.50 2.5 5-1
6 6 American Tact 15.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 Crazy Red 20.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Bon Vivant 5.00 1 2-1
1 1 Tap This Way 2.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Treasured Times 1.80 3.4 6-1
7 7 Sliceaway 8.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Whirlawar 20.00 3.9 7-1
3 3 Justified Gift 8.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Fiftyshadesofpink 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Handicap) – Handicap

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Governor Sam 1.80 1 2-1
2 2 Souper Quest 6.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Coppola 5.00 6.2 12-1
3 3 Mattingly 4.50 6.3 12-1
9 9 Okiro 6.00 7.6 14-1
8 8 Extendo 10.00 7.9 15-1
5 5 Esperon 20.00 8 15-1
6 6 Sosua Summer 8.00 8.5 16-1
7 7 Beach Colt (CHI) 20.00 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.