Nadeau: Gulfstream Play of the Day Thurs 2.23.23
“PLAY of the DAY” by Brian Nadeau Date: 2/23/2023 Featured Track/Race: Gulfstream Park – Race 4 Race overview: A deep and competitive 16k claimer sprinting on the Tapeta. Pace: There’s not as much early heat as you’d expect for a Tapeta sprint, so expect a bit of a bunched group, therefore tactical speed will be at a premium. Trends: That aforementioned tactical speed—at the very least—is preferred going one-turn on the Tapeta, as horses just don’t make up significant ground, no matter how fast they go early. Best Play: #1 ISLAND MAGIC (6-1): Endured a…