Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Sunday, May 17, 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
9 9 She’s Lit 10.00 1 2-1
4 4 Kissed by Karma 8.00 3.4 6-1
10 10 Vanessa’s Wish 6.00 3.7 7-1
11 11 Cheri Cheri Lady 8.00 3.9 7-1
2 2 Miskita 4.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Chizzy 10.00 4.6 9-1
5 5 Kiona 12.00 7 13-1
1 1 Miss Jenna 8.00 7.3 14-1
3 3 Love of J 30.00 9 17-1
6 6 Starship Sakura 3.50 SCRATCH
7 7 Jadacaquiva 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Epico 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Megacles 15.00 1.9 4-1
3 3 Surfer’s Joy 20.00 2.1 4-1
7 7 Human Desire 2.00 3.1 6-1
8 8 Yankee Drummer 6.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 Wittingly 5.00 6 11-1
2 2 Korrongo 4.50 SCRATCH
1 1 Rawayana 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Other Level 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Noble Prince 4.50 3.2 6-1
1 1 Fortunate Ryder 5.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Taparino 4.00 4.2 8-1
2 2 Last Shall B First 20.00 4.5 8-1
4 4 G Speedy 2.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Sunfish 4.00 1 2-1
4 4 Money Trail 3.50 1.9 4-1
1 1 Striking Finale 2.50 3 6-1
2 2 Too Much Fun 20.00 5.1 10-1
5 5 Fiftyshadesofpink 5.00 5.6 11-1
6 6 Cajun Empress 4.50 6.6 12-1
8 8 Good Paynter 10.00 7.4 14-1
7 7 Gallant Runner 10.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Alluring Serenity 1.60 1 2-1
4 4 Jayana 8.00 4.3 8-1
3 3 Happy Sunday 20.00 4.7 9-1
1 1 Bonmati 8.00 5.3 10-1
6 6 O’Hearn 6.00 5.5 10-1
5 5 Triple Threat 20.00 6 11-1
7 7 Areacodefiveoone 12.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Boombox Betty 1.80 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Souffle On Fire 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Flatter Fanatic 15.00 1.4 3-1
6 6 Imperia Blue 10.00 1.6 3-1
4 4 Turkish Flame 10.00 1.8 3-1
8 8 Loping Along 15.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Great Actress 15.00 4.7 9-1
11 11 Grexi’s A 15.00 5.1 10-1
10 10 Cuddle the Kitten 15.00 5.7 11-1
13 13 Second Chance 30.00 9 17-1
2 2 Social Triumph 4.50 SCRATCH
12 12 Must Be the Shoes 6.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Swing Route 6.00 SCRATCH
14 14 Courageous Diane 15.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Cairo Comedy 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Refined Honor 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Complexed 4.50 5.3 10-1
6 6 Power From Above 15.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Wannabeeloved 4.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Giftedbydesign 10.00 6 11-1
4 4 Noble Tiger 6.00 6 11-1
5 5 Alinao Forever 1.60 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Roar S.) – Roar S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Monster 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Shipmate 8.00 1.1 2-1
5 5 General Bradley 2.50 1.4 3-1
2 2 Unwritten Rule 3.00 1.5 3-1
1 1 Zevi’s Zone 10.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Best Minet Yet 15.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Hawk 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Awesome Train 1.60 1 2-1
8 8 Santos to Wilson 8.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Icelander 20.00 4.5 8-1
5 5 To the Eastside 2.50 5.1 10-1
9 9 Oasis Prince 15.00 7 13-1
2 2 Dune Road 30.00 7 13-1
6 6 Backonthechaingang 8.00 7.9 15-1
3 3 Sneak Preview 8.00 8 15-1
7 7 Brooklyn Guy 20.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Accelerate Me 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Peppermint Man 4.00 1 2-1
4 4 Backdoor Royalty 10.00 2.2 4-1
9 9 Acquisitive 6.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Equuleus 12.00 5 9-1
6 6 Mischievous Han 8.00 6.6 13-1
2 2 Boy o’ Boy 10.00 7.5 14-1
3 3 Brigade Commander 1.40 7.5 14-1
8 8 Kazooza 20.00 7.9 15-1
1 1 Outta Money 8.00 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.