Headlines: February 10
– The best of three Derby preps this weekend could be at Aqueduct. Galloping Grocer will run in the Whirlaway (NYT) … Or the best Derby preps could be in California. Look west as Roman Ruler and Consolidator run at Santa Anita (MSNBC) … And don’t overlook Harlington in the Risen Star. (BH)
– Matt Graves loved his visit to Gulfstream, except for the tiny paddock, poor views, long lines, and terrible sound system . (TU)
– Starting next Wednesday, NYRA will test for milkshakes. (NYP)
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