Nadeau: Play of the Day Saturday 7.8.23
“PLAY of the DAY” by Brian Nadeau Date: 7/8/2023 Featured Track/Race: Belmont Park – Race 10 Race overview: A deep and competitive renewal of the G1 Belmont Derby for 3yos, going 1 ¼ miles on the inner turf. Pace: Expect a slow pace with a bunched group, led by #8 Kalik (5-1), who wired the local prep, the G2 Pennine Ridge last time. Trends: The turf course has been fast and firm for the majority of the meet, which has yielded quick splits while showing a penchant for carrying speed a bit farther than you might expect. …