“PLAY of the DAY” by Brian Nadeau                  
Date 7/4/26
Featured track Saratoga
Race number 9
 
Race overview A relatively modest renewal of the G1 Belmont Derby for 3yos at

1 1/18 miles on the Mellon Turf Course.
 
Pace It looks on the modest side, as there are no true confirmed front runners, so expect a tight pack that will sprint off the far turn.
Trends The short answer is “N/A,” the longer answer is a firm and fast turf course was a paved highway at the abbreviated Belmont Meet here in June, and with the weather scorching, things may not change.
Best Play #3 REMEMBER MAMBA (7-2): Stretch running dynamo has been crying out for more ground and gets it here, and while the pace might not be ideal, his acceleration is, and he’ll be closer with things expected on the tepid side up front.
Bet Types Aggressive WP bet and single in the late Pk5/Pk4 as well.
Play of the Day Winners
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