On Saturday at Gulfstream Park, the 20-cent Rainbow 6 jackpot pool is projected to reach approximately $400,000. The 12-race card includes five stakes races for 3-year-olds, highlighted by the $275,000 Holy Bull (G3).
The Rainbow 6 wager will cover races 7 through 12, featuring four stakes contests led by the Holy Bull, a 1 1/16-mile prep for the $1 million Curlin Florida Derby (G1) set for March 28 at Gulfstream. Race 7 kicks off the Rainbow 6 sequence with a 1 3/8-mile turf race for horses aged 4 and older. Graham Motion’s Without, holding a 9-5 record and originating from France, makes his U.S. debut against nine rivals. Chad Brown is represented by two contenders, including Dylan, who impressed in New York last year and is set to debut this year. Top jockey Irad Ortiz Jr., who recently rode Gun Barrel City to victory, will be back in the saddle for Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher.
Race 8 features the $175,000 Swale, a seven-furlong sprint. Favorite Solitude Dude, trained by Saffie Joseph Jr., seeks to remain unbeaten in three starts with a 6-5 record. Patrick Biancone’s Desiasset, a two-time Gulfstream winner, will compete in his final race as a 2-year-old before stepping up next year. Pletcher’s Class President returned with a promising debut victory at Gulfstream on December 27.
Race 9 offers a mile turf race for horses 4 and older, drawing 11 entrants. Riley Mott’s Multiverse, runner-up in his last three races, leads as the morning favorite at 3-1. Other notable runners include Ever Dangerous, trained by Marty Drexler, aiming for his third straight win after strong performances at Woodbine, and Marys Rudd, trained by Whitworth Beckman, racing with blinkers for the first time following a second-place finish at Gulfstream.
The $175,000 Forward Gal (G3) seven-furlong sprint for fillies headlines race 10. Brad Cox’s Ontime Girl, boasting 8 wins and 5 losses, is favored after winning the 2025 Fern Creek final at Churchill Downs. Graded stakes winner Mythical, trained by Jorge Delgado, with five wins in six starts, presents a significant challenge.
Race 11 features the $175,000 Sweetest Chant, a 1 1/16-mile turf stakes for mares, where Sister Troyenne, trained by Brian Lynch, aims for her fifth consecutive win and third stakes victory at this meet. As the 2-1 favorite in an 11-horse field, she boasts wins at Wait a While on Tapeta and Gingerbrew on turf, while Joseph’s Spirit Doll is a contender after a commanding front turf win.
Training accolades continue with Todd Pletcher’s Neary, a two-time championship meet winner with 9 wins and 5 losses, making his stakes debut at the Holy Bull. Riley Mott’s Incredibold will kick off 2026 following a Street Sense (G3) victory at Churchill Downs as a juvenile. Brad Cox’s Cannonier holds the second morning line spot with 2 wins and 1 loss, highlighted by his first Churchill Downs triumph. Joseph’s Bravalo, undefeated against New York-breds at Aqueduct, looks to maintain his flawless record.
This article originally appeared in the Paulick Report on January 30, 2026, in the News section. Click here to set Paulick Report as your preferred news source.
Fan Take: This lineup at Gulfstream Park is a thrilling preview of the season ahead, showcasing rising stars and seasoned contenders ready to make their mark. For horse racing enthusiasts, the growing Rainbow 6 jackpot and high-stakes races promise exciting competition and a spotlight on emerging talent that could shape the sport’s future.
