Friday racing will kick off a big weekend at Oaklawn Park. The Temperance Hill features the day before the Arkansas Derby. Check out our Oaklawn Park picks for the card.
Full Card Selections
Oaklawn Park Picks 3/29/24
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Oaklawn Park Picks- Race 1
Post: 12:30 PM CT; $30k Claiming going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 9
- #1 BRAHMS IMAGE (2-1) emerges as the top selection, boasting performances capable of outclassing this group.
- #5 HOPPIN JOHN (15-1) offers value as a strong contender with competitive speed figures.
- #2 THIRD WATCH (5-2) is another top contender expected to be competitive with the right setup.
- #4 SIR PEEL (15-1) is worth considering for exotics, boasting the top overall power rating in the group.
Selections: 1 – 5 – 2 – 4
Oaklawn Park Picks- Race 2
Post: 1:06 PM CT; $31k Claiming going 1 1/16 m on dirt; Entries: 8
- #5 FIGHT’N READY (5-1) gets the nod as the top selection, capable of mounting a strong late challenge.
- #3 CALRISSIAN (2-1) is a fringe contender with proven ability on these conditions.
- #8 BEN DREAMING (5-2) is another contender expected to be competitive throughout the race.
- #2 GO CATS (9-2) also merits consideration, especially with the Asmussen duo’s involvement.
Selections: 5 – 3 – 8 – 2
Oaklawn Park Picks- Race 3
Post: 1:42 PM CT; $38k Maiden Claiming going 1 1/16 m on dirt; Entries: 9
- #5 THORNY (9-5) stands out as the top selection, likely to be part of the early pace.
- #9 LOST LOVE (12-1) offers value as a contender coming into the race in good form.
- #7 VALERIE BLUE (5-2) is another strong contender with the pedigree to compete.
- #3 PEPPERS GIRLFRIEND (10-1) is worth considering for exotics with solid speed figures.
Selections: 5 – 9 – 7 – 3
Oaklawn Park Picks- Race 4
Post: 2:17 PM CT; $30k Claiming going 1 1/16 m on dirt; Entries: 12
- #9 MR WORKS (7-2) leads the field as the top selection, showing consistency in recent starts.
- #2 CYBERTOWN (5-2) is another top contender expected to be competitive with the right run.
- #7 MR. COUGAR (10-1) offers value as a contender projected to mount a late challenge.
- #8 KINFOLK (8-1) is worth considering, especially with a strong closing kick anticipated.
Selections: 9 – 2 – 7 – 8
Oaklawn Park Picks- Race 5
Post: 2:47 PM CT; $31k Claiming going 1 1/16 m on dirt; Entries: 9
- #1 MYSTERY MO (6-5) gets the top selection, boasting the top overall power rating in the group.
- #3 BOLDISH (3-1) is a fringe contender capable of a well-timed run at the leaders.
- #8 EVERLOVINGHAND (15-1) offers value for exotics, likely to hit the board.
- #4 DREWPOWER (6-1) is another strong contender with a consistent pace profile.
Selections: 1 – 3 – 8 – 4
Oaklawn Park Picks- Race 6
Post: 3:18 PM CT; $33k Maiden Claiming going 1 1/16 m on dirt; Entries: 14
Longshot Play of the Day
- #14 BRADFORD (8-1) stands out as the top selection, having faced decent company. Bet the longshot play of the card at BetOnline.
- #6 STORM STRATEGY (2-1) is another top contender well-bred for this spot.
- #4 SPEAKING LOUD (4-1) is a fringe contender likely to get the right setup.
- #2 WELCOMETOARKANSAS (15-1) offers value and comes into the race in good form.
Selections: 14 – 6 – 4 – 2
Oaklawn Park Picks- Race 7
Post: 3:50 PM CT; $65k Starter Allowance going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 8
- #2 PAYNE (8-5) leads the field as the top selection, expected to handle the distance well.
- #6 BRESLAU (5-1) is another contender with tactical speed and a stalking trip.
- #7 INFILTRATOR (15-1) offers value and consistency, projected to mount a late challenge.
- #8 ROB THE RICH (15-1) is worth considering, especially with a strong pace profile anticipated.
Selections: 2 – 6 – 7 – 8
Oaklawn Park Picks- Race 8
Post: 4:22 PM CT; $115k Maiden Special Weight going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 12
- #4 BARSTOOL BABE (5-2) gets the nod as the top selection, running for a strong combination.
- #7 VICKI ROSE (6-1) is a major player with solid early pace figures.
- #11 ALESSIA (10-1) offers value and is well-bred for this spot.
- #10 HURRICANE FIRE (12-1) is another contender with good recent form.
Selections: 4 – 7 – 11 – 10
Oaklawn Park Picks- Race 9
Post: 4:55 PM CT; $200k Temperence Hill S. going 1 1/2 m on dirt; Entries: 13
Best Bet of the Card
- #7 SPEED BIAS (7-2) gets the top selection, boasting class and a strong jockey-trainer duo. Bet today’s best Best Bet at BetUS.
- #13 RED RUN (4-1) is another top contender with the top overall power rating.
- #4 DOUBLE CROWN (15-1) offers value and is expected to be competitive.
- #1 DECISION MAKER (15-1) is worth considering, especially with solid recent performances.
Selections: 7 – 13 – 4 – 1
Oaklawn Park Picks- Race 10
Post: 5:25 PM CT; $140k Allowance Optional Claiming going 1 1/16 m on dirt; Entries: 12
- #4 NEOM BEACH (5-2) leads the field as the top selection, showing consistency and readiness.
- #12 IN GOOD TASTE (5-1) is another major player with solid recent performances.
- #2 MERASOL SUGAR (7-2) is a contender expected to be part of the early pace and competitive throughout.
- #7 I’M A MESS (8-1) also has a chance, having proven ability on these conditions and the distance.
Selections: 4 – 12 – 2 – 7
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