Churchill Downs Set for Sunday showdown: Expert Picks & $176 Wager Strategy
LOUISVILLE, KY – September 28 – A compelling card of racing is scheduled for Churchill downs today, featuring a mix of claiming and maiden events, alongside a strategic NFL play. Racing analyst “Mr. Ed” has released a detailed betting strategy encompassing $176 in wagers across seven races, culminating in a $36 Pick 4 ticket.
Churchill Downs continues its fall meet, offering opportunities for bettors to capitalize on evolving form and class transitions. Today’s selections focus on horses moving up in competition, first-time starters with experienced trainers, and potential upset candidates. The analyst’s picks span a range of price points, from favored contenders to longshots, aiming for both consistent wins and high-payout opportunities. Beyond the track, a confident NFL pick against the spread adds another layer to the day’s wagering possibilities.
Hear’s a breakdown of Mr. Ed’s selections:
Race 4 (1:45 p.m. ET/10:45 a.m. PT) – $40K MAIDEN CLAIMING for 3YOs going 1 1/16-mile
$10 to win & Place on HONEY DUTCH (5-1 morning line), trained by Whit Beckman and ridden by Florent Geroux.
Race 5 (2:45 p.m. ET/11:45 a.m. PT) - $45K CLAIMING for 3YOs & up going 1 1/16-mile
$20 to win on TRES SOLES (5-2 morning line),a selection from the Joe Sharp and Irad Ortiz Jr. team.
Race 6 (3:18 p.m. ET/12:18 p.m. PT) – $57K MAIDEN CLAIMING for 3YOs & up going 7 furlongs
$10 to Win & Place on HARBOR PRINCE (8-1 morning line), a first-time starter trained by Tom Drury.
Race 7 (3:50 p.m. ET/12:50 p.m. PT) – $75K MAIDEN CLAIMING for 2YO fillies going 6 furlongs
$5 to Win & Place on GRAZIE PREGO (6-1 morning line), trained by Al Stall Jr., plus a $5 exacta box with horses 5 & 6.
Races 7-10 (3:50 p.m. ET/12:50 p.m. PT) $1 Pick 4
* R7: 5, 6, 8
* R8: 3
* R9: 2, 3, 4, 6
* R10: 2, 3, 7
(In the event of a scratch, the post-time favorite is the substitute pick.)
NFL (1-1)
Pittsburgh Steelers +3 (against the spread)
