“PLAY of the DAY” by Brian Nadeau                  
Date 11/21/25
Featured track Churchill Downs
Race number 9
 
Race overview A stakes caliber OC 100k/N3X for 3up at 1 1/16 miles.
 
Pace Things look honest up front, as both #4 Not This Boy (8-5) and

#5 Jayhawk (15-1) want to be on or just off the early lead.
Trends The main track continues to play fair at the meet, with winners employing different running styles.
Best Play #7 CATCHING FREEDOM (5-2): Ace 3yo has had a trying season at 4 but got going last time, when showing more speed and running a strong 2nd at the level at Kee over the short stretch, which should have him primed for this more traditional route.
Bet Types Aggressive WP bet, and single in the late Pk5/Pk4 as well.
Play of the Day Winners
CD Meet: 128-43-15-18 ($2.18/$5.56 ROI since 11/16)

CD POD: 12-6-1-3 ($2.27/$6.26 ROI since 11/16)
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