Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Sunday, August 9, 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
7 7 Expert Witness 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Happy Moments 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Reproche 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Dominican Pirate 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Action Delight 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Cadenced 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Friday Night Light 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Awegod 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Stan Theman Musial 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Sir Gar d’Lyon 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Dasher 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Clare’s Shines 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Pastel 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Whole Lotta Rosie 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Shelby Coupe 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Kissed by a Rose 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Touch of Honor 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Ellagio 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Valiant Winter 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Iron the Money 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 War Warrior 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Love Hate 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Araucano 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Holy Warrior 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Stick Talk 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Dancing Jon 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Sir Angelus 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Etruscan Warrior 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Dockside 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Firefinch 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Drum Roll 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 My Lady James 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Fully Entitled 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 R Firebird 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Just Take Notes 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Wicked Legacy 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Slew Diva 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Brenna 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Dorothy 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 I’m Not Tell You 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Irish Tale 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Liberty Path 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Tutto Passa 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Turkish Surprise 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Handicap) – Handicap

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Xy Speed 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Nic’s Bro 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Takecareofbusiness 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Extendo 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Chrome Ghost 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Cruzin Man 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Rouki 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Mattingly 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Naughty Rascal 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Mario’s Sweet Girl 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Sonny’s Goldenlady 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Alongcomesawoman 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Mithril 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sweet Agenda 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Mo Hijinx 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Noffies Late Nite 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 English Harbour 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Tempest Moon 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Knows Everything 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Divine Secrets 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Elenique 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Intricity 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Lady Summer 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.