Gulfstream Park Thrills with Full Day of Racing on August 23, 2025
The Gulfstream Park crowd erupted in cheers on August 23, 2025, as a day of fast, competitive racing brought storylines both personal and professional. From the quiet smile of Ronald Coy after Marabina broke her maiden in the opener, to Jose Morelos’ exuberant celebration aboard Timeless Victory, the Royal Palm Meet fixture delivered its full measure of drama and delight.
The afternoon began at 12:40 pm with a Maiden Claiming for fillies and mares three years old and upward over 1 1/16 miles, carrying a purse of $26,500. Marabina (J: Yolber Torres, T: Ronald Coy) prevailed with a strong late kick, holding off La Cyber (J: Edgard J. Zayas, T: Jose Francisco D’Angelo), while Not One Less stayed on for third.
At 1:15 pm, the second contest, a Maiden Claiming for two-year-olds over a sloppy mile and 70 yards, was worth $35,000. My Rich Uncle (J: Jose E. Morelos, T: Edgar A. Coto) drew clear for a comfortable win. Hotter Than Dem (J: Rajiv Maragh, T: Jose Francisco D’Angelo) kept on bravely in second, with Road Mischief filling out the minors.
The third race, a Claiming sprint over six furlongs at 1:50 pm, carried $36,000 in prize money and was dominated by Zydeceaux (J: Yolber Torres, T: Jose M. Castro), who controlled the pace from the outset. Turbo (J: Edgard J. Zayas, T: Carlos A. David) chased him home, and Big Paradise claimed third.
At 2:25 pm, another Maiden Claiming unfolded over 1 1/16 miles with a purse of $26,500. Vino Santo (J: Yolber Torres, T: Javier E. Gonzalez) ran on strongest to secure victory, finishing ahead of Sweet Lazarus (J: Heriberto Figueroa, T: Leon J. McKanas), with Wittingly settling for third.
The card’s fifth event, a Claiming dash for fillies and mares at five furlongs, was worth $33,000 and went off at 2:59 pm. One of One (J: Luca Panici, T: Jennifer P. Young) had the measure of her rivals, while Founder’s Day (J: Cipriano Gil, T: Jose Garoffalo) stayed on resolutely for second. Warda filled the final placing.
Excitement rose with the Maiden Special Weight for two-year-olds at 3:35 pm, a $70,000 feature over five furlongs. Timeless Victory (J: Jose E. Morelos, T: Edward Plesa, Jr.) thrilled his connections with a decisive performance. Uncle Aldo (J: Leonel Reyes, T: Jose Francisco D’Angelo) offered a bold challenge but finished runner-up, while Thunder Zeus settled for third.
The action continued at 4:10 pm with a Claiming route at a mile and 70 yards for a purse of $24,500, where Stone Cold Flex (J: Miguel Angel Vasquez, T: Mary E. Eppler) lived up to his gritty name. Mr Brizel (J: Leonel Reyes, T: Ronald Coy) gave honest chase for second, and Will of a Warrior ran on for third.
Another Maiden Special Weight at 4:47 pm, worth $70,000 and run over six furlongs for juveniles, saw Strategic Reserve (J: Edgard J. Zayas, T: Saffie A. Joseph, Jr.) unleash an impressive turn of foot. Candy Addiction (J: Edwin Gonzalez, T: Antonio Sano) ran well to take second, while Running On Time finished third.
In the Allowance Optional Claiming at 5:21 pm, carrying $57,000 in prize money over five furlongs, Cruzin Man (J: Reylu Gutierrez, T: Rohan Crichton) was sharp and decisive. Maitre D (J: Edgard J. Zayas, T: Jose Francisco D’Angelo) secured second ahead of Mr. Binks.
The penultimate event of the day, a Claiming sprint for fillies and mares at six furlongs, offered $23,500 in purse money at 5:51 pm. It’s Only Words (J: Emisael Jaramillo, T: Jennifer P. Young) proved best, defeating Red Hot Spark (J: Elijah Greenidge, T: Herbert Miller) and Foxy Lady, who finished third.
The day closed at 6:21 pm with a Claiming route for fillies and mares over 1 1/16 miles, run for $31,000. Let’s Dance Again (J: Leonel Reyes, T: Ronald B. Spatz) produced the final flourish, holding off Pocket Pair (J: Jose E. Morelos, T: Victor Barboza, Jr.) in a determined stretch battle. Bal de Mar claimed third.
From maiden-breakers to allowance-level performers, the August 23 Gulfstream Park results highlighted both promise and proven ability. With the Royal Palm Meet in full stride, Gulfstream Park continues to serve as a vibrant showcase of Florida’s racing talent.
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