Gulfstream Park, located in Hallandale Beach, Florida, is one of the premier Thoroughbred racetracks in the United States. Opened in 1939, it serves as the centerpiece of Florida racing and is internationally recognized for hosting the Pegasus World Cup Invitational. With its tropical setting, modern facilities, and year-round racing, Gulfstream Park is a hub for both horseplayers and fans.
Gulfstream Park Track Details
- Surfaces: 1⅛-mile dirt track, one-mile turf course, Tapeta synthetic track.
- Configuration: Versatile oval setup with long stretch runs for competitive racing.
- Facilities: The Village at Gulfstream Park offers shopping, dining, casino gaming, and entertainment alongside the racing experience.
Gulfstream Park Featured Races & Events
- Pegasus World Cup Invitational (G1): One of the richest races in North America, first run in 2017.
- Florida Derby (G1): Key Kentucky Derby prep, producing numerous Derby winners.
- Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2): Another major Derby prep race.
- Holy Bull Stakes (G3): Important early-season 3-year-old race.
- Notable Champions: Arrogate, Gun Runner, Big Brown, Nyquist, and Orb all showcased brilliance here.
Gulfstream Park Horses & Race Types
- Gulfstream Park hosts Thoroughbred flat racing.
- Distances: From sprint races to classic routes like the 1⅛-mile Florida Derby.
- Divisions: Juvenile, 3-year-old prep races, handicaps, and championship-level Grade 1 events.
Gulfstream Park History & Legacy
- Founded: 1939, gaining prominence in the mid-20th century as a winter racing destination.
- Milestones: Launch of the Pegasus World Cup in 2017 as the world’s richest race at the time.
- Historic Moments: Cigar’s dominant 1995 Donn Handicap; Arrogate’s Pegasus World Cup victory in track-record time.
- Legacy: Key site for Triple Crown trail races and modern racing innovation.
Gulfstream Park Odds & Betting
- Gulfstream Park betting odds attract worldwide attention during marquee events.
- Daily Gulfstream Park odds: Win, Place, Show, Exacta, Trifecta, Superfecta, Pick 4, Pick 5, Pick 6.
- Pegasus World Cup and Florida Derby odds drive some of the largest betting pools in the U.S.
- Available on-track, simulcast outlets, and online our BetUS online racebook.
Gulfstream Park Records & Stats
- Pegasus World Cup record time: Arrogate (2017) – 1:46.83 for 1⅛ miles.
- Florida Derby notable winners: Barbaro (2006), Orb (2013), Nyquist (2016).
- Attendance Record: Over 20,000 for Pegasus World Cup events.
- Purse Highlights: Pegasus World Cup purse has ranged from $3 million to $16 million since inception.
