Dave’s Handicapping Picks for May 3 at Churchill

Wednesday is here, and that means another full day of racing and handicapping at Churchill Downs. Here are my picks for May 3 under the Twin Spires.

Race 1- 5, Confederate Rags

I’ll take the 5 here, but don’t feel all that great about it. There’s not a whole lot to get excited about here.

Race 2- 2, Juliet Foxtrot (SCR)

The 2 loves running long-distance races and particularly loves Churchill Downs. Too bad he’s scratched. Don’t feel strongly about anyone else in Race 2.

Race 3- 3, Jury Wise

This tactical mare can stay close throughout the race and can win it in the end.

Race 4- 2, Sea Cloud; 6, Clair de Lune

Nothing particularly exciting in Churchill’s fourth race, so try an exacta with the 2 and the 6.

Race 5- 1, Greelys Charm; 4, P J’s Awesome

Greelys Charm came out at 5-1 and and P J’s Awesome was listed at 10-1. If you can get similar odds on both horses, I’d bet both to win.

Race 6- 6, Shezaprado

I’m conflicted between Shezaprado and the 7, Summertime Sky, but I’ll lean Shezaprado here.

Race 7- 1, I’m With Miller

The 7 gets lasix and has some ground to work in Churchill’s seventh race.

Race 8- 5, Crooked As Can Be

Crooked As Can Be qualified for this race last time out. He can move up here. The 4, Jack Tripp, will be his primary challenger.

Race 9- 6, Kasseopia

I expect to see Kasseopia battle the 9, Derby Champagne, down the stretch here. Kasseopia gets the edge, though.

Race 10- 6, Jacob Sings

Trying the first-timer over the 8 and the 9. Wouldn’t surprise me if either of them put in a good showing at all, though.