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Gulfstream Park hosts a full card of nine races today, November 21, 2025, with a mix of maiden, claiming, and optional claiming races. The card features both dirt and synthetic surfaces, with distances ranging from 5.5 furlongs to 1 mile 70 yards. The majority of races are for state-bred horses or maidens, with several claiming races at different price points. The purse sizes range from $24,500 to $56,000, providing solid opportunities for handicappers and bettors alike.
Weather and Track Conditions
The weather at Gulfstream Park today is partly cloudy with temperatures in the low 80s Fahrenheit and minimal chance of precipitation. The track conditions are reported as fast for both dirt and synthetic surfaces, indicating optimal footing and likely speed-favoring biases. The synthetic surface, known for its consistency, should remain fast and safe for racing.
Post Time
The first race begins at 12:20 PM ET, with subsequent races spaced approximately 30 minutes apart.
Track Bias
Recent data from Gulfstream Park shows a moderate early speed bias, particularly on dirt sprints (5.5 furlongs), where horses with tactical speed or early pace have had success. On the synthetic surface, the bias is less pronounced, but horses with early speed still tend to fare well, especially in longer races. Post position bias favors inside posts in sprints, while middle posts can be advantageous in longer races.
1st Race – Maiden Special Weight
Pace Analysis
The field is small, and most fillies have shown tactical speed in prior races. Expect a moderate early pace with multiple contenders pressing the lead.
Key Contenders
Sally J. has shown early speed and a solid gate-to-wire ability. Sweet Ruby is consistent and has the tactical speed to stay close. Lady Rockula has been competitive and can close if the pace is hot.
Secondary Choices
Sister Slew has been improving and can move forward from off the pace. Blazing Bridgette has shown flashes of speed but is inconsistent. Souper Landslide is lightly raced and may improve with experience.
Longshots
Timeforpeace is untested but could surprise if she breaks well and gets a good trip.
Betting Strategy
Look for value in the win pool with Sally J. or Sweet Ruby. Consider an exacta box with the top three contenders.
Selections
Win: Sally J.
Place: Sweet Ruby
Show: Lady Rockula
2nd Race – Maiden Claiming
Pace Analysis
This sprint features several early speed types, likely setting up a fast pace. The closers will need a clear trip to threaten.
Key Contenders
Serenity Path has speed and a good recent effort. Just Majestic is lightly raced and may improve with more experience. Goldie Glory has tactical speed and a solid record.
Secondary Choices
Junegenai has shown early speed and could be a factor if the pace is hot. Toasttothestones is lightly raced but has shown some ability. Grenache is lightly raced and could surprise.
Longshots
Bella’s Breeze and Samaritan’s Joy are unproven but could benefit from a pace meltdown.
Betting Strategy
Look for value in the win pool with Serenity Path or Goldie Glory. Consider an exacta box with the top three.
Selections
Win: Serenity Path
Place: Goldie Glory
Show: Just Majestic
3rd Race – Claiming
Pace Analysis
The field features several speed types, but the longer distance favors horses with tactical speed and late-running ability.
Key Contenders
Sponge Time has shown tactical speed and a solid record. Cryptonym is lightly raced and may improve. Will of a Warrior has a strong record and can close if the pace is hot.
Secondary Choices
Last Run is lightly raced and could improve. Kuwait Towers has shown early speed and could be a factor. Moral Agency is lightly raced and could surprise.
Longshots
Il Alchemysta is lightly raced and could improve with more experience.
Betting Strategy
Look for value in the win pool with Sponge Time or Cryptonym. Consider an exacta box with the top three.
Selections
Win: Sponge Time
Place: Cryptonym
Show: Will of a Warrior
4th Race – Maiden Claiming
Pace Analysis
The field features several early speed types, but the longer distance favors horses with tactical speed and late-running ability.
Key Contenders
Bonfiglio has shown early speed and a solid record. Temperature Rising is lightly raced and may improve. Final Payment is lightly raced and could surprise.
Secondary Choices
Expert Witness has shown early speed and could be a factor. Dancing Bill is lightly raced and could improve. Lao Way is lightly raced and could surprise.
Longshots
Sweet Lazarus and UFO are lightly raced and could benefit from a pace meltdown.
Betting Strategy
Look for value in the win pool with Bonfiglio or Temperature Rising. Consider an exacta box with the top three.
Selections
Win: Bonfiglio
Place: Temperature Rising
Show: Final Payment
5th Race – Starter Optional Claiming
Pace Analysis
The field features several early speed types, but the longer distance favors horses with tactical speed and late-running ability.
Key Contenders
St. Olaf Rose has shown early speed and a solid record. Vayesta is lightly raced and may improve. Heir to the Roar has a strong record and can close if the pace is hot.
Secondary Choices
Rockets Sister has shown early speed and could be a factor. Happy Ride is lightly raced and could improve. Party Shaker is lightly raced and could surprise.
Longshots
Warda and Demar’s Legacy are lightly raced and could benefit from a pace meltdown.
Betting Strategy
Look for value in the win pool with St. Olaf Rose or Vayesta. Consider an exacta box with the top three.
Selections
Win: St. Olaf Rose
Place: Vayesta
Show: Heir to the Roar
6th Race – Maiden Special Weight
Pace Analysis
The field features several early speed types, but the longer distance favors horses with tactical speed and late-running ability.
Key Contenders
Itza Teamster has shown early speed and a solid record. Escapades is lightly raced and may improve. Deep Dusk has a strong record and can close if the pace is hot.
Secondary Choices
Thought Control is lightly raced and could improve. Hot Lead is lightly raced and could surprise. Voltaic is lightly raced and could benefit from a pace meltdown.
Longshots
Viking Sun and Nadir Han are lightly raced and could surprise.
Betting Strategy
Look for value in the win pool with Itza Teamster or Escapades. Consider an exacta box with the top three.
Selections
Win: Itza Teamster
Place: Escapades
Show: Deep Dusk
7th Race – Claiming
Pace Analysis
The field features several early speed types, but the longer distance favors horses with tactical speed and late-running ability.
Key Contenders
El Guty has shown early speed and a solid record. Bullet Blues is lightly raced and may improve. Triumphant Road has a strong record and can close if the pace is hot.
Secondary Choices
Song So Sweet is lightly raced and could improve. Thingsrgettinharry is lightly raced and could surprise. Antillean is lightly raced and could benefit from a pace meltdown.
Longshots
Sneak Preview and Garrincha are lightly raced and could surprise.
Betting Strategy
Look for value in the win pool with El Guty or Bullet Blues. Consider an exacta box with the top three.
Selections
Win: El Guty
Place: Bullet Blues
Show: Triumphant Road
8th Race – Allowance Optional Claiming
Pace Analysis
The field features several early speed types, but the longer distance favors horses with tactical speed and late-running ability.
Key Contenders
Foggy Note has shown early speed and a solid record. Baby Blocks is lightly raced and may improve. Tree C’s Kai has a strong record and can close if the pace is hot.
Secondary Choices
Airdrie Hill is lightly raced and could improve. Lucy’s Cookie is lightly raced and could surprise. Souper Amusing is lightly raced and could benefit from a pace meltdown.
Longshots
Be Thankful and Neodera are lightly raced and could surprise.
Betting Strategy
Look for value in the win pool with Foggy Note or Baby Blocks. Consider an exacta box with the top three.
Selections
Win: Foggy Note
Place: Baby Blocks
Show: Tree C’s Kai
9th Race – Claiming
Pace Analysis
The field features several early speed types, but the longer distance favors horses with tactical speed and late-running ability.
Key Contenders
Grace the Law has shown early speed and a solid record. Geaux Amy is lightly raced and may improve. Carroll’s Honor has a strong record and can close if the pace is hot.
Secondary Choices
Carats Forever is lightly raced and could improve. Fully Entitled is lightly raced and could surprise. La Tremenda is lightly raced and could benefit from a pace meltdown.
Longshots
Pop Rox and Slew Diva are lightly raced and could surprise.
Betting Strategy
Look for value in the win pool with Grace the Law or Geaux Amy. Consider an exacta box with the top three.
Selections
Win: Grace the Law
Place: Geaux Amy
Show: Carroll’s Honor
Jockey Notes and Insights
Heriberto Figueroa and Miguel Angel Vasquez have shown consistent results in recent Gulfstream Park races, particularly with speed types. Joe Bravo and Edgard Zayas are reliable choices for horses with tactical speed. Edwin Gonzalez and Jose Morelos have also performed well with closers and late-running types.
Trainer Notes and Insights
Heather Smullen and Diane D. Morici have had success with maidens and state-bred horses. Mark E. Casse and J. Kent Sweezey are known for preparing horses to peak at the right time. Patrick L. Biancone and Kenneth G. McPeek have a solid record with fillies and maidens.
Best Wagering Strategies and Value Plays
- Focus on races with early speed types, as the track bias favors horses with tactical speed.
- Look for value in the win pools with lightly raced horses who have shown improvement.
- Consider exacta boxes with the top three contenders in each race for better coverage.
- Monitor the scratches and program changes for last-minute opportunities.
- Pay attention to jockeys and trainers with strong recent records at Gulfstream Park.
