Saratoga Race Day Picks for July 31 Spotlight Top Jockeys and Amsterdam Stakes

On Friday, July 31, the Saratoga Race Course hosted a nine‑race card that featured the $250,000 Grade 2 Amsterdam Stakes for three‑year‑olds. Leading the day’s action were jockeys Flavien Prat and Irad Ortiz Jr., each securing two wins. Notable trainers and horses highlighted by the Mr. Ed betting column included Wesley Ward’s #2 Without Hesitation, Linda Rice’s #5 Sheer Will, Chad Brown’s #1 First Call Bob, and Brad Cox’s #6 Yestahal. Other picks covered a range of maidens, claimings and special weight races, with average $2 win tickets returning about $8.00.