Free picks For Churchill Downs - 10/28/20

Race 1

2 Icatiro: was second when last seen two weeks ago, leaves from anin-form stable, and cannot be dismissed. Exotics

3 Cave Run: not up to form when last seen 5 weeks ago, but debuts from anew stable today and must be given consideration. Should be included.

5 Thirsty Betrayal: slightly below form when last seen two months ago, buthas a talented jockey on board and on these terms is hard to deny. TopPick

Race 3

3 Hoof Prince: not up to form three weeks ago when last out, stable hashad much success and plays a prominent role today. Should be included.

4 All Eyes West: did not run well when last out 3 weeks ago but has a talented rider in the saddle and on these terms is the one to beat. Top Pick

5 Seminole Warrior: has one victory in four outings, finished second with acareer-best last time out, and returns quickly to take advantage of the form.Exotics

Race 6

3 Uncork The Bottle: was victorious in most recent outing two months ago,form of late has been very good and looks to double up today. Exotics

4 ShashaShakeMeUp: not up to form when last seen 4 weeks ago, butleaves from a respected stable and at the weights has the best prospects.Top Pick

6 Snow Man: has three wins to date, career-best was when last seen andplays a prominent role today. Should be included.

Race 7

4 Laker Mamba: finished second in debut at this venue, leaves from ahighly respected stable, and on obvious credentials must be shortlisted. Should be included

8 American Patrol: half-brother to Hofburg, American Pharoah colt, debutsat this venue today and has one of the best riders in the business on board.Top Pick

11 Freddy Flintshire: has not yet reached the winner's circle in two outings,finished second when last seen, and debuts from a new stable today. Exotics

Race 9

1A First Course: not up to form when last seen 4 weeks ago, but has one ofthe best in the business on board and cannot be overlooked. Exotics

2 Quiet Dignity: runner-up when last seen four weeks ago, the jockey has fewpeers anywhere and merits much consideration. Top Pick

7 Shimmering: ran a career-best when last seen 4 weeks ago, drops inclass for this outing, and must be respected. Should be included