Kentucky Oaks Day is here at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky! The excitement kicks off with the Turf Pick 4, starting at 2:35 p.m. ET, building up to the Edgewood Stakes. If you’re ready to make your picks, listen up! SportsLine writer Gene Menez has some solid insights to share, especially after his impressive track record.
Gene isn’t just any sports writer. With almost 14 years of experience at Sports Illustrated, he has covered horse racing and has a knack for making spot-on predictions. For instance, he picked Super Saver to win the Kentucky Derby back in 2010. Fast forward to 2015, and he called the Kentucky Derby superfecta, which brought in $1,268.20 for just a $2 bet.
In 2017, Gene made waves on social media by tweeting his Kentucky Derby picks, including Always Dreaming as the winner, and scored nearly $6,900 in the Pick 4. This year, he mentioned 18-1 Mystik Dan as a longshot to watch.
Gene shines particularly on big racing days. Last year, on Kentucky Oaks day, he nailed the late Pick 4 for a payout of $915.48, and he struck big on Fountain of Youth day with a hefty $4,648 win. He even competed against the best in the Breeders’ Cup Betting Challenge and ranked 115th out of 643 players, confirming his skills in the game.
For today’s Turf Pick 4, Gene has a favorite: Queen Maxima, currently a 7-2 shot in the Unbridled Sidney Stakes. Gene believes there are valid reasons for Queen Maxima’s previous performance and considers her a strong contender.
He’s also keeping an eye on a double-digit longshot set to surprise everyone. According to Gene, this horse is a hidden gem that could potentially enhance the payouts.
Menez’s insights are crucial for anyone looking to place their bets today. If you want to dive deeper into his analysis, check out SportsLine for more details on his strategies and picks.
This Kentucky Oaks Day is shaping up to be thrilling, so let Gene guide you through the action! For expert opinions and analyses on betting strategies, you can visit the National Thoroughbred Racing Association.
