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Belmont At The Big A Horse Racing Picks for Monday, May 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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Momentum Files 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Ican 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Mike’s Magic 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Toga d’Oro 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Constant Chaos 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 The Toy Cannon 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Ocean Atlantique 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Castle Chaos 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 American Grant 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Jackson Heights 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Determinedly 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Barnstorming 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Life and Light 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Classic Creation 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Frizzante 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Hola Gata 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Artistic Success 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Sarir 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Fifi La Fume 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Widdershins 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Twirling Lulu 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Leslie’s Star 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Scorch 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Baseball Lady 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Maxisure 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Thrill of It 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Princip 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Rock the Weekend 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Schlomo 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Solo Empire 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Nantz 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Dreams of Myfather 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Enduring Spirit 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Pinch of Bourbon 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Stand the Rain 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Whitethorn 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Trading Strategy 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Lyn’s Legacy 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Collective Bargain 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Baffle 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Isadora Duncan (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Mary Lois (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Just One More 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Gresham’s Law 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Five Dozen Roses 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 My Lil Army Girl 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Rocket Robin 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Midnight Blue 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Vivienna 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Indie Get Your Gun 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Dreamy Girl 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Sweet Laura 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Pistol Liz Ablazen 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Mursal 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Princess Becca 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 That’s Funny 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Snide 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Sailaway 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Higher Force 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Centavo 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Lucky Dude 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Register 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Screaming Uncle 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Passioned 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Glint 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Sharp Spark 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Tizmarkus 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Royal Browne 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Rhyton 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Guilty 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Night 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Into Diamonds 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Hard Circle 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sports Hero 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Ready Set Twirl 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 The Markinater 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Slay Sadie Slay 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Hong Kong Phooey 0.00 1 2-1

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.

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