Free Picks for Churchill Downs - 10/29/20
Race 1
1 Fra Mauro: runner-up was last seen four weeks ago, leaves from a stable with excellent results in similar races and cannot be overlooked. Should be included
2 Substantial: was victorious when last seen three weeks ago, returns quickly to take advantage of form and finishes with the leaders. Exotics
4 Beaver Hat: was third when last seen 4 weeks ago at Keeneland, form is as good as it gets and on these terms is the one to catch. Top Pick
Race 6
1 Attachment Rate: did not perform well when last seen two months ago but at these weights is hard to deny today. Top Pick
5 Alex Joon: was victorious as the favorite at this venue, has not reached that level since, but on previous success here cannot be overlooked. Should be included
6 Glory Road: has one victory in four races, finished third when last seen and has a talented rider in the saddle. Exotics
Race 7
2 CuzzyWuzzy: finished third as the favorite when last seen, form has been good of late and plays a role today. Exotics
8 Risky Reward: has not yet enjoyed a victory, has one of the best jockeys in the business on board and must be given consideration. Should be included
13 Illegal Smile: finished second when last seen in best outing to date and based on the figures is far and away better than the rest. Top Pick
Race 8
3 Club Car: runner-up when last out 4 weeks ago, has won previously at this venue and must be near or at the top of all short lists. Top Pick
5 Regal Retort: runner-up when last out two months ago, leaves from a stable with much success in these types of races and plays a role today. Exotics
6 Zusha: not up to form when last seen two months ago, jockey has had much success of late and on these terms merits much consideration. Should be included
Race 9
3 ShareCropper: runner-up when last seen 11 days ago, leaves from a new stable today and has a top jockey in the saddle. Exotics
4 HellOrHighWater: form was not the best when last seen three weeks ago, jockey selection is a big plus and on these figures is hard to deny. Top Pick
5 Bluegrass Parkway: was third when last seen two months ago, has one of the best in the business on board and plays a prominent role. Should be included