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Play of the Day Race Date January 30, 2022 Track Gulfstream Park Race 9 Overview A strong 20k starter on the Tapeta, though #3 CUY (5-2) would be tough if he runs back to his last two here. Pace It looks honest enough, as more than a few want to be in front, which should only help #3 CUY (5-2). Trends The Tapeta seems to have evened out over the past few days, especially the rail, which was not the place to be for about two weeks but seems ore than fine of late. Best Bet CUY Number 3 Morning Line (5-2) Best Bet Overview #3 CUY (5-2):…

Play of the Day Race Date January 29, 2022 Track Gulfstream Park Race 10 Overview The G1 Pegasus World Cup Turf, which brings together several high-quality graded stakes runners, including the defending champ #6 COLONEL LIAM (3-1). Pace It looks plentiful, as more than a few want to be involved early, including #12 Never Surprised (7-2), who drew poorly and will have to go from the wide draw. Trends They have run so few races on turf that it’s tough to get a real feel, but dropping too far out of it isn’t a recipe for success. Best Bet COLONEL LIAM Number 6 Morning Line (3-1) Best Bet…

Play of the Day Race Date January 28, 2022 Track Gulfstream Park Race 9 Overview A solid 35k claimer on though, though outside post positions seem to have hurt a few of the main contenders. Pace There’s not a lot here, so expect a bunched group and a sprint late. Trends They have run so few races on turf that it’s tough to get a real feel. Best Bet MY SWEET WIFE Number 4 Morning Line (3-1) Best Bet Overview #4 MY SWEET WIFE (3-1) (turf only): Exits a very strong 2nd at the level and should be closer early today, and has a much better post than…

Play of the Day Race Date January 27, 2022 Track Gulfstream Park Race 8 Overview A very solid Florida-bred N1X that appears to have several with an abundance of talent worth watching down the road. Pace It looks hot and contested, so an affinity to come from off the pace is preferred. Trends The main track has played to speed but with so much entered here, it’s entirely possible it falls apart, regardless. Best Bet CHASING HAPPINESS Number 8 Morning Line (7-2) Best Bet Overview #8 CHASING HAPPINESS (7-2): Stalker was in a tough spot in a Tampa stakes last time but ran well to be 3rd, and…

Play of the Day Race Date January 26, 2022 Track Gulfstream Park Race 4 Overview A tough 35k on the Tapeta with several winning possibilities, and a potential vulnerable favorite in #5 Chacalosa (5-2). Pace There doesn’t appear to be a ton of pace on paper, so tactical speed might be a valuable asset. Trends The Tapeta has slanted towards outside stalker/closers, though it has been a little speedier sprinting, and the rail has been especially dead over the past few racing days and anyone down inside should be upgraded for their next starts. Best Bet PRINCESS CUPID Number 2 Morning Line (6-1) Best Bet Overview #2 PRINCESS…

Play of the Day Race Date January 23, 2022 Track Gulfstream Park Race 7 Overview A very, very strong 35k starter on the Tapeta with several that enter in sharp form. Pace There should be plenty here, as several want to motor early, which means it could fall apart in the lane. Trends The Tapeta has slanted towards outside stalker/closers, though it has been a little speedier sprinting. Best Bet RICHY Number 8 Morning Line (7-2) Best Bet Overview #8 RICHY (7-2): Lightly raced runner has been great in two local Tapeta starts and drew perfectly here, with all the speed to his inside. Picks & Plays Aggressive…

Play of the Day Race Date January 22, 2022 Track Gulfstream Park Race 8 Overview A relatively modest MSW for 3yo fillies at two turns, and a race that figures to be won by a horse that takes a significant step forward. Pace There should be some here, as a few stretch out off sprints and figure to be involved early. Trends The dirt has been fair, though speed is preferred, especially at this trip with the short finish line. Best Bet LIAM’S KISS Number 9 Morning Line (4-1) Best Bet Overview #9 LIAM’S KISS (4-1): Thought this daughter of Liam’s Map was simply in too short on…

Play of the Day Race Date January 21, 2022 Track Gulfstream Park Race 5 Overview A solid AOC on the turf that looks evenly matched, as many of them look the same on paper. Pace Only #4 Undisturbed (10-1) is the only true front runner, which means #8 STOLEN HOLIDAY (7-2) should be able to trip out nicely just off her. Trends They haven’t run many on the turf but the profile is to be forward, as horses just aren’t making up a lot of ground late. Best Bet STOLEN HOLIDAY Number 8 Morning Line (7-2) Best Bet Overview #8 STOLEN HOLIDAY (7-2) (turf only): War Front filly…

Play of the Day Race Date January 20, 2022 Track Gulfstream Park Race 7 Overview A competitive 20k starter-allowance on the Tapeta, in what should be a great betting race. Pace It looks honest but not overly fast, so expect a tight group, and a race that will turn into a sprint off the far turn. Trends The Tapeta has been a bit fairer of late, though outside stalkers/closers seem to get a slight edge. Best Bet DIAL TO WIN Number 3 Morning Line (5-1) Best Bet Overview #3 DIAL TO WIN (5-1): Dialed In filly got to the Tapeta last time and freaked against lesser, in a…