Pick Pony Mini Tip Sheet for Belmont at the Big A – Racing News and Analysis for May 25, 2026


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Belmont at the Big A — May 25, 2026 Quick Reference Card

Partly cloudy, upper 60s, SW winds 10-15 mph. Main track expected fast; inner turf may be soft or yielding after Friday's storm — watch for surface changes and scratches in Races 2, 3, 5, and 9. Speed bias on dirt favors early position; turf routes reward patient closers.

Race 1 — 1320f | Dirt | Clm 35000n2l

Top choice is The Toy Cannon (2), whose trainer and jockey combination gives it a clear edge in this six-horse sprint. Ican (3) is a legitimate co-favorite and should run close throughout. Toga D'oro (1) controls the pace from the rail and is worth including in exotics at 4-1.

Race 2 — 1870f | Turf | Clm 40000

Frizzante (8) is the play, backed by one of the best trainer records in New York turf claiming routes. Ocean Atlantique (2) gets the ideal inside post and should factor prominently. Classic Creation (6) at 4-1 is the most credible single-entry secondary choice in a race complicated by multiple barn entries.

Race 3 — 1320f | Turf | Clm 55000n2l

Sarir (10) is the dominant choice despite the outside post in the straight chute. Twirling Lulu (1) at 3-1 offers genuine value from the rail with a rider who excels at the Big A. Artistic Success (5) at 2-1 is a strong co-favorite threat that belongs in all exotics.

Race 4 — 1540f | Dirt | Clm 20000b

Schlomo (2) and Thrill Of It (4) are co-favorites deserving equal respect at this modest class level. Nantz (7) at 5-1 is the most attractive secondary option and is worth including as the show selection. No strong longshot angles in this field.

Race 5 — 2420f | Turf | Md Sp Wt

Whitethorn (2) and Mary Lois (8) are the co-favorites in this stamina-centric feature, with the Chad Brown three-horse entry demanding exotic coverage across all three runners. Stand The Rain (5) at 4-1 is the most compelling single-price alternative, and Pinch Of Bourbon (1) at 6-1 from the inside post is a worthwhile saver given the extreme distance.

Race 6 — 1320f | Turf | Md 50000

Five Dozen Roses (1) gets the call on trainer record and inside post in the straight sprint. My Lil Army Girl (3) is a strong co-favorite and should be included in all verticals. Indie Get Your Gun (2) at 6-1 represents the best price-to-trainer value in this field.

Race 7 — 1760f | Dirt | OClm 32000

Sweet Laura (1) is the clear public choice from the rail in this optional claiming route. Snide (8) at 3-1 is the most compelling alternative and should be used on top in exactas. Mursal (5) at 4-1 provides natural each-way value as the second entry from the same dominant barn.

Race 8 — 1760f | Dirt | OClm 16000

Lucky Dude (3) is the straightforward top pick with the best jockey-post combination in the field. Tizmarkus (6) at 3-1 is a closely matched second choice with tactical flexibility from the middle draw. Sharp Spark (1) at 4-1 is elevated by its rider assignment and deserves show consideration.

Race 9 — 1320f | Turf | Clm 55000n2l

Rhyton (1) is the best single bet on the card — inside post, elite rider, and a trainer with a dominant turf sprint record. Into Diamonds (4) at 4-1 is the top value play and pairs well with Rhyton (1) in the exacta. Night (10) at 8-1 and Guilty (2) at 15-1 are the Castellano and Carmouche longshot angles worth small win investments in the finale.

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