As the sun shines on Belmont At The Big A this Sunday, May 10, 2026, a full card of racing promises excitement and opportunity for enthusiasts. Our expert team has meticulously analyzed each race to bring you the most informed tips and insights.
Race 1: Claiming
In the opening race, CASTLE CHAOS stands out after a dominant previous performance. Despite the class elevation, it has the potential to repeat its success. Unlimitedpotential and Ranger Battalion are also worth considering.
- Top Tip: Castle Chaos (3)
- Notable Performer: Unlimitedpotential (4)
Race 2: Claiming
TRUST ISSUES makes a compelling case in Race 2, having won impressively last time out. A step up in class may not deter this contender. Timaeus and On The Hill are also in the mix.
- Top Tip: Trust Issues (6)
- Notable Performer: Timaeus (4)
Race 3: Claiming
With strong C&D form and a recent win, SECURED LANDING is the horse to beat in Race 3. Register showed good form in its last outing, and Knox has a recent third-place finish in a lower grade.
- Top Tip: Secured Landing (2)
- Notable Performer: Register (4)
Race 4: Claiming
Race 4 sees KINETIC looking to bounce back from a below-par last performance. A drop in class could see it prove very difficult to overcome. Celestial Glaze finished a close second last time and Curvino also enters calculations.
- Top Tip: Kinetic (3)
- Notable Performer: Celestial Glaze (5)
Race 5: Maiden Claiming
LUPINE finished a strong second over the course and distance last time out and appears to be the one to beat, especially with the switch to turf. Five Dozen Roses and I Rest My Case are other contenders to watch.
- Top Tip: Lupine (6)
- Notable Performer: Five Dozen Roses (5)
Race 6: Allowance Optional Claiming
In Race 6, VIBRANT EXPRESS boasts an impressive four-race winning streak, including a C&D victory in its last start, making it the prime contender. Sacrosanct was a runner-up over C&D in April, and Light Man achieved a third-place finish in stakes company.
- Top Tip: Vibrant Express (6)
- Notable Performer: Sacrosanct (4)
Race 7: Westchester Stakes – Grade 3
BISHOPS BAY, a winner of the Cigar Mile Handicap over this course and distance, should be hard to beat, even with a disappointing effort in the Saudi Cup. Antiquarian and Rated By Merit complete the shortlist.
- Top Tip: Bishops Bay (2)
- Notable Performer: Antiquarian (3)
Race 8: Beaugay Stakes – Grade 3
DYNAMIC PRICING drops in class following a fourth-place finish in the Grade 1 Jenny Wiley Stakes. Having won at this distance previously, it is a strong contender. City Girl and Laurelin are also noted.
- Top Tip: Dynamic Pricing (1)
- Notable Performer: City Girl (2)
Race 9: Allowance Optional Claiming
I’M BUZZY has shown consistency in allowance company and finished third over this C&D last time out. Getting Serious and Romantic Dancer are also considered strong possibilities.
- Top Tip: I’m Buzzy (11)
- Notable Performer: Getting Serious (2)
Race 10: Vagrancy Stakes – Grade 3
After winning the Correction Stakes, WITH THE ANGELS appears to be the one to beat in Race 10. With seven wins from nine starts, its record is impressive. Kappa Kappa and Mystic Lake are also noted.
- Top Tip: With The Angels (4)
- Notable Performer: Kappa Kappa (3)
Race 11: License Fee Stakes
JODY’S PRIDE has C&D experience and a third-place finish in a Grade 3 contest last time out, positioning it as the horse to beat. Lost And Found won impressively in its last race, and Love Cervere is a previous Grade 3 winner over this C&D.
- Top Tip: Jody’s Pride (3)
- Notable Performer: Lost And Found (2)
Race 12: Claiming
In the final race, BIG MAGIC looks like the strong favorite after winning a maiden at Gulfstream last time out. It should handle the step up in class. Autonome, a previous winner at Delaware Park, and Brokealltherules are also worth considering.
- Top Tip: Big Magic (12)
- Notable Performer: Autonome (4)
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