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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #5 (THE SKIP AWAY STAKES (G3))

April 2, 2016
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Premium Pick

Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (VALID) (7-5) - Veteran has been a very consistent performer over the past few years and he's the main speed in this $150,000 G3 contest. Six-year-old has a fine record at this demanding distance 5-1-3-1 and will be tough on the front end.

2nd pick: #6 (Savoy Stomp) (3-1) - Lightly-raced and well bred, he enters off an impressive winner here going 8.5-furlongs facing weaker March 3. Son of 'Medaglia d'Oro' cost $875,000 as a Saratog Sales yearling back in 2013 and has had some physical issues during his racing career. Working nicely at Palm Meadows and a threat in this spot.

3rd pick: #1 (Team Colors) (7-2) - Colt defeated weaker here in the mud Jan 17 facing weaker going 8.5-furlongs. It was his first ever on the dirt and this home bred by 'Street Cry' has been working fast at Palm Meadows for his first race in 2 1/2 months. It's noted that John Velazquez is aboard for the first time.

4th pick: #2 (Rich Daddy) (8-1) - Hard hitter has never beaten this type, but he's five for ten lifetime at Gulfstream and has won four of his last six overall. Capable of getting a share of this at a square price, but a win would be a surprise.

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