The racing action from Churchill Downs on Sunday features the Street Sense Stakes.
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 1
Maiden Special Weight $92k; 1 M Dirt; Field of 9 runners.
- #8 PARKING LOT POURS (10-1): Longshot play of the day. Should improve off the debut. Shouldn’t have trouble getting the distance. Bet today’s live longshot on MyBookie.
- #4 QUEEN IN THE DECK (5-1): Major player. This one is tough to ignore if a stretch duel ensues.
- #1 FLASH WEAR (2-1): Worth a look. Hard to argue with the recent races. Has previous success in similar conditions.
- #7 SPLIT SUCCESS (10-1): Fringe contender. Could be ready to hit peak performance here.
Selections: 8 – 4 – 1 – 7
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 2
Starter Allowance $72k; 1 M Dirt; Field of 9 runners.
- #9 MASCARA (7-2): Top pick. Should improve off the debut and proven at this configuration.
- #7 KENTUCKY SMOKESHOW (5-1): Major player. Has demonstrated success under similar conditions and seems to be facing the right competition here.
- #8 EQUAL SUCCESS (4-1): Another major player. Should take a step forward after the first start.
- #5 BOOK’EM (2-1): Contender. Has been competitive enough recently, and this race sets up well for them.
Selections: 9 – 7 – 8 – 5
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 3
Maiden Special Weight $92k; 1 M Dirt; Field of 11 runners.
- #5 REB (15-1): Top pick. Should be able to work out a favorable trip.
- #11 STEELIN BASES (12-1): Major player. The race flow looks good for this runner, and previous efforts show speed.
- #9 MORAL (5-2): Worth a look. Recent performances have been strong. Previous success in similar race types.
- #10 MARKET WATCH (8-1): Underneath play. Ran at this level last out, and conditions are comparable.
Selections: 5 – 11 – 9 – 10
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 4
Maiden Special Weight $120k; 1 1/16 M Turf; Field of 16 runners.
- #7 STONINGTON (20-1): Top pick. Fits well with this group and offers value.
- #2 DATE THE PRINCE (10-1): Major player. Likely to take a step forward based on past performances under similar conditions.
- #6 FLYING MOHAWK (2-1): Contender. The 72-speed rating is one of the best in the field, signaling readiness for a top performance.
- #13 DEPUTY A. P. (12-1): Fringe contender. Solid recent races suggest potential improvement.
Selections: 7 – 2 – 6 – 13
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 5
Maiden Special Weight $120k; 1 1/16 M Dirt; Field of 9 runners.
- #1 GIRL MATH (8-5): Best bet of the card. Shows a lot of heart when challenged. Bet today’s best bet with industry-leading rebates on BetOnline.
- #6 GOING STEADY (3-1): Major player. Expected to maintain energy reserves into the final stretch, and the race shape should suit well.
- #5 MCKINZIE’S GLORY (12-1): Contender. Speed figures are competitive, and this one is likely to perform well late.
- #4 CALIFORNIA SUNSET (5-1): Fringe contender. Ran at this level last out and could improve in the second start.
Selections: 1 – 6 – 5 – 4
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 6
Maiden Special Weight $120k; 6 F Dirt; Field of 14 runners.
- #2 MURPHY GIRL (7-2): Top pick. Boasts strong early pace figures, and the race sets up perfectly for her.
- #12 SPRING DANCER (9-2): Contender. Has demonstrated success under similar conditions and should take to the race shape.
- #5 BANKING SILVER (6-1): Worth a look. Not likely to be short in the stretch and has previous success in comparable race types.
- #14 EVERLOVING (5-1): Fringe contender. Ran at this level last out and the race conditions suit.
Selections: 2 – 12 – 5 – 14
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 7
Maiden Special Weight $120k; 6 F Dirt; Field of 16 runners.
- #14 KALAHARI DREAMS (7-2): Top pick. Looks strong based on the 85-speed rating, which is among the best in the group.
- #2 LIL MUGGS (6-1): Major player. Expected to keep reserves for the stretch and has shown success under similar conditions.
- #1 I GOT GAME (3-1): Major player. Likely to perform well late, this one is a fighter in the final stages.
- #9 CONFRONT (4-1): Contender. Conditions seem ideal for a solid showing here.
Selections: 14 – 2 – 1 – 9
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 8
Maiden Special Weight $120k; 1 M Turf; Field of 16 runners.
- #9 TAVRIA (20-1): Top pick. Comes into this race with solid form and offers excellent value.
- #11 JEWELED CITY (8-1): Fringe contender. Has a good race flow and speed figures that align well with this group.
- #12 ONE HAPPY ISLAND (6-1): Worth a look. Competitive speed figures and a strong kick in the late stages.
- #16 PRINCESS EM TOO (12-1): Fringe contender. Recent form is decent, and the conditions fit well.
Selections: 9 – 11 – 12 – 16
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 9
Rags to Riches Stakes $200k; 1 1/16 M Dirt; Field of 8 runners.
- #3 SHERBINI (6-1): Top pick. Should handle the distance well and has an 84-speed rating, one of the best in the field.
- #2 CLAIRE’S CHARM (5-2): Major player. Recent form has been productive, and the race shape looks favorable.
- #7 ADEERA (15-1): Contender. Should sit a good trip with previous success in similar conditions.
- #6 GOOD CHEER (6-5): Contender. Comes off a solid effort at this level and should be competitive here.
Selections: 3 – 2 – 7 – 6
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 10
Street Sense Stakes $200k; 1 1/16 M Dirt; Field of 10 runners.
- #5 TIZTASTIC (3-1): Top pick. Proven at this configuration and looks primed for another solid performance.
- #7 DAPPER MOON (6-1): Contender. Should be running strong in the closing stages and has good race flow.
- #8 COMES A TIME (7-2): Worth a look. Should step forward from the debut, and previous race types suit well.
- #9 FORGED STEEL (8-1): Fringe contender. Ran well at this level last out and fits the race conditions.
Selections: 5 – 7 – 8 – 9
Churchill Downs Picks – Race 11
Maiden Special Weight $120k; 1 1/16 M Dirt; Field of 13 runners.
- #5 RENDER JUDGMENT (5-1): Top pick. Strong stamina, this one is a proven competitor at this configuration.
- #3 LIMITED EDITION (4-1): Major player. Likely to improve and cycle into a top performance here.
- #1 BISOU (7-2): Major player. Has shown previous success in similar races.
- #10 SHOGUN (6-1): Contender. The race conditions fit well, and this one has potential to pace with the field.
Selections: 5 – 3 – 1 – 10
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