DRF handicappers provide their top picks and best bets for races across multiple tracks including Gulfstream, Aqueduct, Tampa Bay Downs, Keeneland, Santa Anita, and Oaklawn. Notable selections include SMART STYLE and FOUR TOP at Tampa Bay Downs, TREBLE CLEF at Oaklawn, and MATTINGLY at Gulfstream, with several horses highlighted for their recent form improvements or favorable pace scenarios. Best bets such as SMOOCHERRO, SANSONE, and JOE SHIESTY are also emphasized for their strong chances based on recent performances and trainer confidence.
Key races to watch include the Santa Anita Derby where ROBUSTA and POTENTE are closely matched favorites, with ROBUSTA showing marked improvement after adding blinkers. Other horses like VANTASTIC at Santa Anita and GREAT WHITE at Keeneland are noted for their potential to capitalize on clean trips or recent promising workouts. Overall, the handicappers focus on horses with tactical advantages, improving form cycles, and strategic pace setups to guide bettors through the day’s racing action.






