Nadeau: Churchill Play of the Day Thurs 11.9.23
| “PLAY of the DAY” by Brian Nadeau | |
| Date | 11/9/2022 |
| Featured track | Churchill Downs |
| Race number | 3 |
| Race overview | A modest 20k claimer for 3up going 1 1/16 miles on the main. |
| Pace | There’s not much here, which means tactical speed is at a premium, especially since there are several off-the-pace types entered. |
| Trends | The main track has been forward for the majority of the meet, with speed and tactical speed playing well. |
| Best Play | #5 HUGH BIGLY (2-1): Asmussen claim (17%) just walloped a field of 16ks at Keeneland, takes a modest rise, has the right running style to lay close early, and doesn’t meet anyone who can contend with his last, or even if he regresses slightly too. |
| Bet Types | Aggressive win bet and single in the early Pk5/Pk4. |
| Play of the Day Winners | CD POD: 4-1-1-1 ($5.08/$4.82 through 11/5)
CD meet: 40-11-10-6 ($2.35/$6.82 through 11/5)
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