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Al Cimaglia: Western Fair Raceway Late Pick 4 Analysis | Monday, January 5, 2026

by Al CImaglia

January 5, 2026

Western Fair Raceway has a 10-race card with the Late Pick 4 starting in Race 7. The sequence has a $5,000 guaranteed pool, and it will be my focus. Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 7 (8:08 PM EST)

2-Modern Writer (8-1)-Doesn't start quickly, and that makes things more difficult. Garrett Rooney knows well and a big factor for success will be having honest fractions. Should be in a position to win at the top of the lane and will look for lively pace to close into.
5-Thatmomentinlife (5/2)-The pace of this race should come into play, and this one has my vote to get an early lead. Does good work at Lon (35-7-6-5) and should be on top or in the pocket after the wings fold.

Race 8 (8:31 PM EST)

4-Justine Ray (3-1)-Brady Galliers should get an up-close seat off the gate and and is a threat with an efficient trip. Will look for an aggressive try and might be overlooked.
5-Gentrify (6-1)-Nfld shipper is an interesting option, looks like a good fit and has gate speed to be put in play early on. Brett MacDonald knows well and could win its London debut at a big number.
6-Charmbo Stormy (2-1)-Grinded its way around at FlmD to finish 2nd, and this race could set up for a closer. The veteran knows its way around this oval (42-11-7-4) and could tackle the leader down the lane. But Sam Fillion has some choices, as the 8-year-old can still leave in a hurry.

Race 9 (8:54 PM EST)

1-Bettor Beast (3-1)-This is a logical play who is usually in the hunt versus this kind. This post draw could be the winning difference for a 4-year-old who has won 3 of 11 at Lon.
4-All Bets On Gary (2-1)-Beaten chalk gave it a strong try leaving from post 8 on 12-22 to finish 2nd. Now faces a bit tougher on paper but 5 from this field were in the last race and not the winner. Will look for another big effort and the price could be better than the morning line.

Race 10 (9:17 PM EST)

3-Mickeymaksomespeed (10-1)-Will take a swing Austin Sorrie can get Mickey to land on the point. Will need to time the gate and get the jump on the one below. The veteran does best on the engine and at this price is worth a look
4-Yourtheone (8/5)-The 8-year-old figures to be tough to down. Similar in some ways to the one above but does win more often. Comes off a gate to wire score for win 8 in 29 races last year. Has won 2 of 6 here and could take charge again at a small price.

$1 Late Pick 4

2,5/4,5,6/1,4/3,4
Total Bet=$24

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