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The old saying of know your track is paramount when handicapping. Since our models are based on our capping each of us may see the same track a little differently. We must however be aware of changing conditions. In July when there is little to no rain in N.Y the Belmont turf courses tend to become like cement and early horses tend to dominate. When racing returns in Sept. one must be prepared for a change in the courses when its a little wetter and less humid. Also the turf sprints become different animals when the distances go back to 6 & 7 f from the 51/2 run at Saratoga all meet longer. Same thing goes for the dirt routes with the return to 1 turn races at 8 & 8.5 fs as compared to 2 turn only routes at Saratoga where these distances are not carded.
Tim
Tim
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