17:50 gulfstream-park Thursday 8th January 2026

NERO TULIP (4) is back after a break of four-and-a-half months. Looking to emulate his win at this track at the beginning of last prep. Rates highly and should take some beating. SHEAR MAGIC (7) scored narrowly over 5½f at Laurel (Turf) last time out with this jockey H Karamanos in the irons. Down in the weights this time so he is a leading contender again. RISK FACTOR (1) was safely held when fifth last time out over 1m at this track, beaten 6 lengths. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Yet to miss the placings in two starts over this course and distance. Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time. KING JULIEN (2) was unplaced two runs back when fresh from a lay-off then again missed the frame last start over 5f at this track, beaten 5 lengths into fourth. Well placed and can figure in the finish this time.