Woodbine Horse Racing Picks for Friday, August 2, 2024

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
3 3 Cee’nceesgreytness 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Annia Cornificia F 15.00 3.1 6-1
8 8 Brit 6.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Laney Grace 4.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Shes a Darling 8.00 4.2 8-1
2 2 Disgruntledpelican 12.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Impressive Style 10.00 5.7 11-1
7 7 I’m Snow Angel 2.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Forest Flash 4.00 1 2-1
11 11 Panyard Tap 12.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Jack 3.00 3.9 7-1
9 9 Swervin Mervyn 8.00 4.5 8-1
8 8 Johnny Gold 8.00 4.6 9-1
10 10 Sing Dixie 20.00 5 9-1
3 3 Souper Iconic 5.00 5.1 10-1
1 1 Sparklet 6.00 5.4 10-1
2 2 Desrochers 12.00 7.2 14-1
7 7 Hard Reload 20.00 10.4 20-1
6 6 Gold Bonanza 20.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Walter Me Lad 2.00 1 2-1
8 8 Repeat the Heat 1.40 1.4 3-1
6 6 Hank Ollie 12.00 4.7 9-1
1 1 Stormin Dave 8.00 5 9-1
7 7 Lobby Bar 10.00 5.9 11-1
3 3 Tourist’s Dream 20.00 6.6 13-1
2 2 Orphan Hallie 6.00 6.9 13-1
4 4 Endless Sunset 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Lady Onyx (IRE) 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Cahira’s Blessing 4.50 2.5 5-1
4 4 Devil’s Bit 2.50 4 8-1
5 5 Saratoga Vision 2.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Rosa 8.00 5.7 11-1
3 3 Pemberley 6.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Bachelor Pad 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Echo With Laughter 6.00 2.9 5-1
1 1 Victory March 4.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Salvator Mundi 3.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Jamiesta 15.00 5.9 11-1
6 6 Silent Miracle 8.00 6.4 12-1
5 5 Mannix (IRE) 12.00 6.9 13-1
7 7 Three Sonny Sideup 10.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Starter Handicap) – Starter Handicap

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Perhaps Tonight (IRE) 0.80 1 2-1
3 3 Zisisit (IRE) 3.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Arriviste 12.00 2.3 4-1
2 2 Mi Corazon 10.00 2.9 6-1
8 8 Destiny Ro 6.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Addendum 15.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Lady Xi 20.00 5.4 10-1
7 7 Make No Mistake 20.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Shady Empire 8.00 1 2-1
2 2 Alicia’s Kid 3.00 2.2 4-1
1 1 One More Brew 6.00 3.1 6-1
11 11 Blue Max 10.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Fast Boat to Skye 12.00 4 8-1
6 6 Midnight Arkle 10.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Tricky Magician 4.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Commander Joe 20.00 4.9 9-1
9 9 Master Spy 20.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Souper River 20.00 7.1 13-1
10 10 Frank’s Art 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Arashi 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Ask in My Name 4.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Basketball Jones 6.00 3.4 6-1
8 8 Kingscote 4.50 3.7 7-1
5 5 Ghostly Spitfire 12.00 4.5 8-1
10 10 Secret Storm 15.00 5.4 10-1
4 4 Benlion 20.00 6.3 12-1
12 12 Designated Hitter 5.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 Snookered 20.00 7.4 14-1
11 11 Patrolman 8.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Moment of Peace 8.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Perfect Play 20.00 SCRATCH

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.