Fair Grounds Free Picks – 03/22/2026
Best Bet | Race 8 Margie’s Intention
Longshot | Race 5 Wickey Bibby
Vulnerable Favorite | Race 3 Disco Ball
Pace Meltdown | Race 6
Race 1 | 1m Dirt
DRE Selections Top 4
#9 Sweet Aurora G | Power: 31%
#8 Mojane Metal | Power: 27%
#3 Kisses for Cooper | Power: 22%
#6 Cause We Can | Power: 20%
#9 Sweet Aurora G brings a clear Trainer Edge signal and ranks strongly in the class tables for this maiden claiming event. The move from sprint to route has been productive for the barn and gives this runner a strong foundation in the opener.
#8 Mojane Metal enters with a Sharp Recent Drill that signals strong current condition, while #3 Kisses for Cooper fits the race well based on recent form and competitive figures. #6 Cause We Can adds early pace presence and could play a key role in shaping the race tempo.
Projected Pace:
Moderate with a few runners pressing early.
Pace Advantage:
Cause We Can may control the early fractions.
Race Shape:
Tactical runners stalking the speed hold the advantage.
Key Signal:
Trainer Edge for Sweet Aurora G.
Race 2 | 6f Dirt
DRE Selections Top 4
#8 Fruit Basket | Power: 30%
#6 Mr. Brad’s Cowboy | Power: 26%
#5 Closing Agent | Power: 23%
#7 Taurean | Power: 21%
#8 Fruit Basket receives the top ranking in the BRIS summary and profiles as a consistent performer capable of delivering the necessary speed figures in this maiden sprint.
#6 Mr. Brad’s Cowboy carries an In-Form Rider angle and should be involved early, while #5 Closing Agent has the speed ratings to stay competitive throughout. #7 Taurean exits a Key Race scenario and could improve second time against similar company.
Projected Pace:
Honest sprint tempo.
Pace Advantage:
Several forward runners competing for the lead.
Race Shape:
Late stalkers could benefit from early pressure.
Key Signal:
In-Form Rider for Mr. Brad’s Cowboy.
Race 3 | 5½f Dirt
DRE Selections Top 4
#8 Solidify | Power: 29%
#3 Disco Ball | Power: 27%
#2 Double Edge Sword | Power: 24%
#7 Charco | Power: 20%
#8 Solidify arrives with a Sharp Recent Drill and fits the sprint profile well. The workout pattern suggests strong readiness and the horse appears capable of taking a step forward in this spot.
#3 Disco Ball benefits from an In-Form Rider/Barn Team combination and consistently competitive figures. #2 Double Edge Sword is a Distance Proven runner and reliable at the trip, while #7 Charco offers a capable stalking profile if the pace becomes contested.
Projected Pace:
Fast early sprint pace.
Pace Advantage:
Several speed types could duel.
Race Shape:
Pressure could set up a stalker.
Key Signal:
Distance Proven angle for Double Edge Sword.
Race 4 | 7½f Turf
DRE Selections Top 4
#1 Hittin My Stride | Power: 30%
#9 Madison Rae | Power: 26%
#4 Slam Diego | Power: 23%
#6 Roar of Silence | Power: 21%
#1 Hittin My Stride benefits from a Trainer Edge angle and favorable rider statistics. The combination of class and tactical ability makes this runner a logical top selection in the turf route.
#9 Madison Rae projects to be forwardly placed and could take advantage of a favorable trip, while #4 Slam Diego consistently runs competitive races at this level. #6 Roar of Silence is Distance Proven and capable of improving if the pace develops favorably.
Projected Pace:
Controlled turf route pace.
Pace Advantage:
Madison Rae may dictate terms early.
Race Shape:
Stalking runners have the edge.
Key Signal:
Trainer Edge for Hittin My Stride.
Race 5 | 6f Dirt
DRE Selections Top 4
#5 Wickey Bibby | Power: 29%
#6 That’s the Deal | Power: 27%
#9 Rose Hill Rocket | Power: 23%
#7 Vanna G | Power: 21%
#5 Wickey Bibby ranks highest in the BRIS analysis and appears to offer betting value in this claiming sprint. The overall performance ratings suggest this runner fits very well against this field.
#6 That’s the Deal has the speed figures to challenge throughout, while #9 Rose Hill Rocket should remain within striking distance early. #7 Vanna G represents a consistent competitor that could capitalize if the leaders weaken.
Projected Pace:
Fast early fractions.
Pace Advantage:
Outside stalkers benefit.
Race Shape:
Late runners could rally.
Key Signal:
Value profile for Wickey Bibby.
Race 6 | 5½f Turf
DRE Selections Top 4
#6 Turbo Launch | Power: 31%
#1 Razorcat | Power: 26%
#4 Joe’s Candy | Power: 23%
#2 Got Stripes | Power: 20%
#6 Turbo Launch brings a strong In-Form Rider/Barn Team combination that has been producing results recently. The consistent performance figures make this runner a major contender.
#1 Razorcat recorded a Sharp Recent Drill and owns the early speed profile suited for a turf sprint. #4 Joe’s Candy benefits from a Trainer Edge angle, while #2 Got Stripes also carries a Trainer Edge scenario that could produce improvement.
Projected Pace:
Very fast sprint pace.
Pace Advantage:
Front runners likely duel.
Race Shape:
Closers could benefit.
Key Signal:
Strong rider/barn combination for Turbo Launch.
Race 7 | 1 1/16m Dirt
DRE Selections Top 4
#4 Wherethehitsare | Power: 29%
#2 Bubby | Power: 27%
#5 Our Moneyman | Power: 24%
#6 Vitruvius | Power: 20%
#4 Wherethehitsare tops the BRIS rankings and brings a tactical style that allows for a favorable trip in this route event.
#2 Bubby benefits from an In-Form Rider and should be forwardly placed, while #5 Our Moneyman adds a powerful rider/trainer combination. #6 Vitruvius has the pace figures to remain competitive throughout.
Projected Pace:
Moderate route tempo.
Pace Advantage:
Bubby likely near the lead.
Race Shape:
Stalkers favored.
Key Signal:
Hot connections for Our Moneyman.
Race 8 | 1m70yds Dirt
DRE Selections Top 4
#2 Margie’s Intention | Power: 33%
#1 Blue Fire | Power: 27%
#4 Rising Inflation | Power: 23%
#5 Canal Street | Power: 17%
#2 Margie’s Intention stands out as the strongest runner on the card with multiple signals including Track-Proven form, a powerful recent workout, and top overall rankings.
#1 Blue Fire owns an excellent track record and could control the pace early. #4 Rising Inflation is Distance Proven and competitive at the distance, while #5 Canal Street brings a strong trainer/jockey combination.
Projected Pace:
Measured early pace.
Pace Advantage:
Blue Fire may control the race early.
Race Shape:
Leaders could remain tough to catch.
Key Signal:
Track-Proven profile for Margie’s Intention.
Race 9 | 5½f Turf
DRE Selections Top 4
#5 Murdock | Power: 29%
#4 Restore | Power: 26%
#8 Tussling Charlie | Power: 24%
#6 John the Beer Man | Power: 21%
#5 Murdock sits atop the rankings and benefits from a rider currently performing well. The overall metrics suggest a strong effort is likely.
#4 Restore brings consistent figures, while #8 Tussling Charlie is Track-Proven and exits a Possible Key Race. #6 John the Beer Man recorded a Sharp Recent Drill and could improve with that momentum.
Projected Pace:
Fast turf sprint.
Pace Advantage:
Early speed from inside posts.
Race Shape:
Late runners could rally.
Key Signal:
Track-Proven form for Tussling Charlie.
Race 10 | 6f Dirt
DRE Selections Top 4
#9 Hesper | Power: 30%
#4 Remi | Power: 26%
#2 I Got the Hint | Power: 24%
#3 Skenes Crews | Power: 20%
#9 Hesper holds the top ranking in the BRIS sheet and fits well on both speed and class ratings.
#4 Remi remains competitive with consistent performances, while #2 I Got the Hint benefits from an In-Form Rider/Barn Team combination. #3 Skenes Crews recorded a Sharp Recent Drill and could improve.
Projected Pace:
Fast sprint pace.
Pace Advantage:
Several runners contest the lead.
Race Shape:
Stalkers favored late.
Key Signal:
Top overall ranking for Hesper.
Race 11 | 5½f Turf
DRE Selections Top 4
#2 Six String | Power: 29%
#5 Synthetic | Power: 27%
#7 Bet Towinit | Power: 23%
#1 Sassi Strutter | Power: 21%
#2 Six String is Distance Proven and arrives with a strong workout profile. The distance record suggests this horse fits the race very well.
#5 Synthetic carries a Trainer Edge angle that could produce a strong performance. #7 Bet Towinit benefits from an In-Form Rider, while #1 Sassi Strutter exits a Key Race scenario.
Projected Pace:
Quick early fractions.
Pace Advantage:
Bet Towinit may press the pace.
Race Shape:
Late runners could close.
Key Signal:
Distance Proven for Six String.
Race 12 | 1 1/16m Dirt
DRE Selections Top 4
#5 Mangum | Power: 29%
#7 Sippin On Gin | Power: 27%
#9 Letmikefigureitout | Power: 23%
#1 Benoit | Power: 21%
#5 Mangum ranks highest overall and appears capable of delivering the required performance figures.
#7 Sippin On Gin is both Track-Proven and Distance Proven, giving him a strong profile. #9 Letmikefigureitout also owns excellent track numbers, while #1 Benoit exits a Possible Key Race.
Projected Pace:
Measured pace.
Pace Advantage:
Sippin On Gin could control early.
Race Shape:
Stalkers favored.
Key Signal:
Track-Proven profile for Sippin On Gin.
Race 13 | 1 1/16m Turf
DRE Selections Top 4
#3 Gorilla Trek | Power: 30%
#4 Western Run | Power: 27%
#2 Bizzee Channel | Power: 23%
#5 Masqueparade | Power: 20%
#3 Gorilla Trek carries a Trainer Edge angle that historically produces strong results and fits well against this field.
#4 Western Run brings an In-Form Rider/Barn Team combination and competitive class numbers. #2 Bizzee Channel could sit close to the pace early, while #5 Masqueparade remains a steady competitor.
Projected Pace:
Moderate turf route.
Pace Advantage:
Western Run may dictate pace.
Race Shape:
Balanced race with tactical runners.
Key Signal:
Trainer Edge for Gorilla Trek.
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