Playing the Ponies

Sam Houston Race Park selections for Wednesday, March 20

Fred Faour
Mar 20, 2019, 5:43 am
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Here are my selections for Wednesday. 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
3-1-4-6
FIFTEEN GOLDEN will be a short price but looks tough here


SECOND
6-4-1-7
BIG BAD ZIN has had a lot of chances but should be well spotted here


THIRD
1-6-5-7
KYRA was a big winner in debut and should be in the mix again


FOURTH
4-7-8-6
TIZ A MELODY faced a tough crew in last and should be in the mix


FIFTH
2-5-3-8
TOO MUCH IRISH is bred to run early and trainer sends them ready


SIXTH
7-1-5-6
ALLITERATIVE has been on some tough circuits and should thrive here


SEVENTH
3-4-1-6
CAT'S ETERNAL FLAME has some sharp efforts at Delta and should be in the mix


EIGHTH
1-9-10-2
FINDING VALUE should be a decent price and fits better on the lawn

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