Happy Saturday & Ides of March!
We are back on the Derby/Oaks trail today, returning to New Kent, Virginia, for the final day of racing in the Spring meet at Colonial Downs! Yesterday was tough for our top-rated picks; we managed to hit only one first-pick winner and three second-pick winners. Our return on investment (ROI) for this meet is quite poor, but that won't deter us from providing you with our picks today. It only takes one strong day to turn things around and make for a profitable week.
Today's card features 10 races, with the only stakes races being the Oaks and Derby preps. Traditionally, the Virginia Derby is run on turf, but this year it has moved to dirt to serve as a Kentucky Oaks prep race. All races today will be on dirt, with four sprints and six routes. Our two highlighted races are the eighth and ninth of the day.
The Kentucky Oaks Prep is an 8.5-furlong route for three-year-old fillies. Based on the current Oaks standings, the winner of this race will likely secure a spot in the starting gate for the Kentucky Oaks, which takes place the first Friday in May. Gowell's Delight leads today’s field with 16.5 points, while only a few others have earned points.
In the ninth race, a nine-furlong route on dirt, we expect a showdown between John Hancock and Getaway Car. One of these horses will aim to take the top spot on the leaderboard and guarantee a spot in the starting gate for the first Saturday in May. The winner of today’s race will earn 50 points; if John Hancock wins, he will tie Coal Battle at the top, while a victory for Getaway Car will allow him to take the lead.
We’ve included the current standings so you can see where your favorite horse stands and how they could improve with a top finish today.
Today's weather is expected to warm up, with highs in the low 70s and mostly cloudy skies. This should lead to a fast track, setting the stage for an exciting day of racing!
Kentucky Derby Leaderboard (as of 3/14/25)
Colonial Downs is a horse racing track in New Kent County, Virginia, known for its high-quality turf racing and seasonal meets. Initially opened in 1997, it features one of the longest turf courses in North America, attracting top thoroughbred competition. After a period of closure, it was revived in 2019 with the introduction of historical horse racing machines, boosting the local economy and revitalizing Virginia’s racing scene. The track hosts major events like the Virginia Derby, drawing fans and bettors from across the country.
Need help pickin' winners? We've got you covered! Our (Always Free) #LundinLine's Top Picks and Best Bets are below in this post. We use them to help narrow the field while putting our tickets together. The first post will be here soon, so don't be late - It's time to get #InTheMoney! 💰🤑
Colonial Downs // Sat., Mar. 15th, 2025
🏇🏾 1st Post @ 12:00 (EDT) / 9:00 (PDT)
R1: 2-3-1
R2: 1⭑-2-3
R3: 6-4-1
R4: 2-3-6
R5: 7-4-5
R6: 2⭑-4-7-8
R7: 8-1-3-10
🏇R8Ⓢ/KO: 3-7-8-4
Mr. Fink: 7-3-4-6
Mr. W: 3-8-4-6
🏇R9Ⓢ/DP: 6-2-3-7
Mr. Fink: 2-6-3-7
Mr. W: 6-2-7-3
R10: 6-2-1-9
⭑Best Bet(s)
R2: Maerdama (#1)
R6: Hitchcock (#2)
Ⓢtakes Race(s)
R8: 250K Virginia Oaks
1 1/16 Miles on Dirt for Fillies, 3 Yrs. Old
KY Oaks Prep: Pts = 50-25-15-10-5
R9: 500K Virginia Derby
1 1/8 Miles on Dirt for 3 Yr. Olds
KY Derby Prep: Pts = 50-25-15-10-5
🏇= Featured Race(s)
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