Here are my selections for Monday. These are not meant to be in exact order, but merely the four horses I think have the best chance to win. For beginners, I suggest exacta boxes with three horses, using two of mine and one of your own. And you can always pick up a copy of Acing Racing 2016 to learn everything you need to know. (These are the picks and format that are available on the free tip sheet at SHRP).

FIRST
6-7-3-4
HEZA ROCKIN ACE is the most accomplished runner in the field

SECOND
1-5-7-6
TACKY PLACES has faced tough company and could surprise

THIRD
3-4-2-1
JJ BAR has been consistent and should be in the mix

FOURTH
6-1-4-3
LADEE DYNASTY might be ready for a big effort in debut

FIFTH
7-9-8-3
YOUR FAMOUS HIPS should improve in start No. 2

SIXTH
2-5-3-7
AGAPIE was overmatched in last but should be in the mix here

SEVENTH
3-7-5-6
AP FIRST FLIGHT rates a slim edge in a competitive group

EIGHTH
4-9-10-1
DASHIN RARE has been steadily improving and maybe today is the day

NINTH
7-3-4-6
RC BO REIDL should improve in this spot