Pick Pony Mini Tip Sheet for Gulfstream Park – Racing News and Analysis for July 26, 2026


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Gulfstream Park — July 26, 2026 Quick Reference

Partly cloudy with afternoon storm potential; main track expected fast, turf firm, both surfaces could deteriorate late. Mild speed bias on dirt sprints; inside rail favored on turf. Pedro Pena (apprentice) books seven mounts and is the meet's live angle throughout; D'Angelo barn runs four horses including the feature.

Race 1 — 1870f | Dirt | Maiden Claiming

Turn And Run (7) gets the nod with Maragh's experience giving a slight edge over co-favorite Finest Gamble (1), who is dangerous from the rail with Pena up. Secret Power (4) and Rockazo (2) are the best secondary options if the two favorites press each other into honest fractions.

Race 2 — 1210f | Dirt | Claiming

My Perfect Lady (3) is the heavy favorite and likely runs to her class advantage in this field. Zealot (7) is the main upset threat, with Mo Hijinx (4) worth including in exotics at 3-1.

Race 3 — 1540f | Dirt | Maiden Claiming

Kiona (6) is the value call at 4-1 with Pena's apprentice allowance live against favorite Happy Feet Hannah (5). The Twins (7) at 4-1 is equally appealing as a second upset option.

Race 4 — 1100f | Turf | Claiming

Uncaptured Dove (1) benefits from the ideal rail draw on the turf sprint and is the top choice over co-favorite Zolene (4). Tie It With A Bow (2) at 3-1 drafting off the rail is a legitimate secondary play, with Serenity Path (3) at 8-1 worth a small exotic inclusion.

Race 5 — 1830f | Dirt | Maiden Claiming

Hippy Hippy Shake (6) with Vasquez is the stronger of the two co-favorites over List (3). Not One Less (4) at 3-1 from the Sano barn merits inclusion in all exotic combinations.

Race 6 — 1760f | Turf | Claiming

Thunder Princess (4) is the confident top selection at 2-1, with Tape Runner (6) as the primary alternative. Wudhooh (1) at 8-1 from the turf rail with Pena is worth a small exotic play.

Race 7 — 1210f | Dirt | Claiming

Winrooski (3) is the class of the field and rates a win bet at 2-1 from a near-ideal post. Amande (5) and Prism Pool Pat (7) cover the main exacta underneath, with Derbytime D (8) at 8-1 noted for Pena trackers.

Race 8 — 1760f | Dirt | Optional Claiming (Feature)

Azam (2) is the day's most confident top selection with D'Angelo and Reyes combining in the $70,000 feature. Hayden Remembered (1) with Vasquez from the rail and Moonstrocity (3) are both dangerous at 4-1 and 2-1; Move Jesse Move (5) at 5-1 is the most interesting upset play.

Race 9 — 1760f | Turf | Maiden Claiming

Majestic Delight (1) from the rail on the turf to close the card is a solid single at 2-1. Apache One Six (6) and Braveness (2) are the primary exacta coverage, with Workinclasskid (4) at 6-1 worth a small play if Pena has been hitting all afternoon.

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