Pick Pony Track Condition Report — Delaware Park, September 25, 2026

Weather Forecast

Delaware Park should see a cool, dry day, with temperatures near the upper 60s to around 70°F, minimal rain risk, and generally northerly winds around 10–15 mph. The recent coastal system brings a breezy component, but Friday is expected to remain mostly dry.

Track Surface & Bias

The dirt (D) should range from fast to slightly drying, favoring front-runners and pace-pressers—particularly in sprints—while inside-to-middle posts offer the best opportunity to save ground. The turf (T) is likely to be firm or good, with a moderate preference for stalkers and tactical mid-pack runners that can accelerate late; middle posts should be preferable to extreme inside or outside gates.

Handicapper’s Edge

Give extra weight to horses possessing early speed and proven form on firm or fast surfaces, especially on the dirt. On turf, prioritize runners capable of securing a clean stalking trip rather than deep closers dependent on a strongly contested pace.