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We map the pace scenario for every race — identifying lone speed horses, contested pace setups, and the likely race shape. The single most exploitable edge in handicapping.
Speed Figure Comparison
Every horse is evaluated against the Beyer Speed Figures and our proprietary model ratings. We find horses with figure advantages the public is underweighting.
Value Identification
Picking winners isn't enough — we flag overlays: horses priced significantly above their true win probability. That's where real profit lives over time.
Latest Handicapping Analysis
In-depth breakdowns beyond the daily picks
Golden Tempo to Skip the 2026 Preakness Stakes — No Triple Crown Bid
Trainer Cherie DeVaux announced Golden Tempo will bypass the Preakness and target the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga. Bob Baffert also withdrew Crude Velocity. The 2026 Preakness is wide open.
May 10, 2026
Handicapping 1012026 Preakness Stakes Field Preview: Taj Mahal Headlines a Wide-Open Race
With Golden Tempo and Crude Velocity both bypassing, the 151st Preakness is one of the most open Triple Crown races in years. Taj Mahal — 3-for-3 at Laurel Park — headlines the contenders. Here's our breakdown before the post-position draw.
May 10, 2026
Race ResultsWe Called It: Golden Tempo Wins the 152nd Kentucky Derby at 30-1
Post 19. 30-1. A horse nobody was talking about. We published the full case three days before the race — and Golden Tempo delivered the most satisfying result in handicapping. Here's the full race recap and what it means.
May 3, 2026
Track AnalysisThe Puma Scratched Race Morning — Field Drops to 19 for the 2026 Derby
Our primary value pick at 10-1 is out. The Puma was scratched on the morning of May 2 with no official reason announced. Here's what it means for our ticket structure with the 152nd Kentucky Derby hours away.
May 2, 2026
Track AnalysisRight to Party Scratched; Robusta Draws Into 2026 Kentucky Derby
The third Derby scratch in four days: state veterinarians pulled Right to Party after a PET scan flagged a bone concern. Doug O'Neill's Robusta draws in — and what it means for the pace.
May 1, 2026
Track AnalysisFulleffort Scratched from 2026 Derby; Maiden Ocelli Draws Into Post 20
Brad Cox's third horse is out with a bone chip in his left ankle. Maiden Ocelli enters at 50-1 — what the scratch means for the field and Brad Cox's two-horse strategy.
April 30, 2026
Free Picks — Common Questions
Are these horse racing picks really free?
Yes. Aces & Races publishes free daily picks and analysis for all major tracks including Churchill Downs, Oaklawn Park, Aqueduct, and Gulfstream Park. Each track page includes pace breakdowns, model ratings, and best bet recommendations — no account required. Members-only picks with full win probabilities and exotic ticket builds are available through The Edge.
How often are picks updated?
Free picks are published each morning for active race cards. The Aces & Races model runs overnight as entries become official and selections are posted before first post at each track.
Which tracks do you cover?
We cover all major North American thoroughbred tracks: Churchill Downs, Oaklawn Park, Aqueduct, Gulfstream Park, Santa Anita, Saratoga, Keeneland, Belmont Park, Del Mar, and more. Visit our track directory for the full list.
What does free horse racing handicapping include?
Our free picks include pace analysis (lone speed identification, pace scenario projections), speed figure comparisons, class evaluation, trainer/jockey stats, and model-generated ratings. We identify value plays — horses priced above their true win probability — not just the morning-line favorite.
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