The Grade III Hurricane Bertie Stakes takes place at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, Florida. This iconic venue, established in 1939, features a one-mile dirt oval and a seven-furlong turf course, known for its fast dirt surface that often favors speed horses. The first post time for the day is 12:50 PM ET, with Race 11 expected to go off at 5:52 PM ET.
Expected weather conditions in Hallandale Beach on race day include a high of 81°F and a low of 75°F, with partly cloudy skies and isolated showers possible in the south Florida region. Winds from the east at 8-10 mph, with humidity around 74%. These conditions should maintain a fast dirt track, but any showers could lead to a good or sloppy surface, potentially aiding off-pace runners.
This $175,000 Grade III stakes (including $25,000 from the Florida Bred Incentive Fund) is for fillies and mares, four years old and upward, contested over 6 1/2 furlongs on the dirt.
Weights are 124 lbs, with allowances for non-winners of graded stakes (2 lbs) or stakes/three non-restricted races (4 lbs). The field of 9 features a strong contingent from trainer Saffie A. Joseph, Jr., who enters five runners, including morning-line favorite R Disaster. This sprint emphasizes early speed on Gulfstream’s dirt, where inside posts often hold an advantage.
| Post Position | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Morning Line Odds |
| 1 | Lynn’s Milky Way | Mario Gutierrez | Luis M. Ramirez | 8/1 |
| 2 | Taliesin | Edwin Gonzalez | Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. | 20/1 |
| 3 | Beyond Belief | Joe Bravo | Kelly J. Breen | 10/1 |
| 4 | Sterling Silver | Rajiv Maragh | Anthony R. Margotta, Jr. | 2/1 |
| 5 | R Disaster | Micah J. Husbands | Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. | 9/5 |
| 6 | Luvumorgan | Jorge Ruiz | Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. | 12/1 |
| 7 | Indy Bay | Dylan Davis | Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. | 15/1 |
| 8 | Andrea | Miguel A. Vasquez | Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. | 20/1 |
| 9 | Roswell | Edgard J. Zayas | William I. Mott | 7/2 |
Horse-by-Horse Analysis
1. Lynn’s Milky Way (8/1 ML)
Luis M. Ramirez trains this 4-year-old Volatile filly, ridden by Mario Gutierrez at 122 lbs. Owned by Smith Ranch Stables. She’s a consistent performer on dirt, with a record of 4 wins in 12 starts. Recent finishes: 1st in a Gulfstream AOC on 1/22/26 (7f dirt, fig 117); 2nd in an Aqueduct allowance on 12/15/25 (6f dirt); 3rd in a Belmont stakes on 10/20/25 (6 1/2f dirt). She prefers fast tracks and has tactical speed. Ramirez wins at 15% with sprinting fillies. Gutierrez is strong in graded stakes (18% wins). The rail post suits her front-running style, but she’ll need to break sharply against this field. Solid exotic contender.
2. Taliesin (20/1 ML)
Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. conditions this 4-year-old Vekoma filly, with Edwin Gonzalez aboard at 120 lbs. Owned by Miller Racing, LLC. Transferred to Joseph recently, showing improvement. Recent finishes: 3rd in a Gulfstream allowance on 2/14/26 (6f dirt); 3rd in her debut for Joseph at Gulfstream on 1/10/26 (6 1/2f dirt); 4th in a Churchill allowance on 11/25/25 (7f dirt). She’s versatile on conditions. Joseph boasts a 25% win rate at Gulfstream this meet. Gonzalez excels locally (17% wins). Post 2 allows a stalking trip; longshot potential for the board if the pace is hot.
3. Beyond Belief (10/1 ML)
Kelly J. Breen trains this 4-year-old Goldencents filly, ridden by Joe Bravo at 120 lbs. Owned by All East Stables, LLC. She’s stakes-placed and building form. Recent finishes: 3rd in a Gulfstream AOC on 1/22/26 (7f dirt, fig 103); 1st in a Monmouth allowance on 12/1/25 (6f dirt); 2nd in a Saratoga stakes on 8/17/25 (6 1/2f dirt). Handles fast dirt well. Breen wins 16% with dirt sprinters. Bravo is a Hall of Famer with 20% wins on dirt. Post 3 offers tactical options; could press the pace and factor late.
4. Sterling Silver (2/1 ML)
Anthony R. Margotta, Jr. sends out this 7-year-old Cupid mare, with Rajiv Maragh up at 122 lbs. Owned by Mark T. Anderson. A millionaire with graded credentials. Recent finishes: 1st in the Rampart S. (G3) at Gulfstream on 12/28/25 (1m dirt); 2nd in the Go for Wand (G3) at Aqueduct on 11/30/25 (1m dirt); 1st in a Belmont allowance on 10/12/25 (7f dirt). Excels on fast tracks. Margotta targets these spots (18% wins). Maragh, a former Hurricane Bertie winner, adds experience. Post 4 suits her mid-pack style; strong favorite alternative.
5. R Disaster (9/5 ML)
Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. trains this 5-year-old Awesome Slew mare, ridden by Micah J. Husbands at 124 lbs. Owned by Averill Racing LLC, Two Eight Racing, LLC, and ATM Racing. Morning-line favorite after a consistent 2025. Recent finishes: 2nd in the Inside Information (G2) at Gulfstream on 1/24/26 (7f dirt); 1st in the Gallant Bloom (G2) at Belmont on 9/28/25 (6 1/2f dirt); 2nd in three other graded stakes in 2025. Model of consistency, never off the board last year. Joseph is dominant here (28% wins). Husbands fits well. Post 5 allows a pressing trip; top pick on class.
6. Luvumorgan (12/1 ML)
Another from Saffie A. Joseph, Jr., this 4-year-old Adios Charlie filly carries Jorge Ruiz at 120 lbs. Owned by Shining Stables LLC, Steven Friedfertig, and Miller Racing LLC. Recent finishes: 7th in the Rampart S. (G3) at Gulfstream on 12/28/25 (1m dirt, behind Sterling Silver); 1st in a Gulfstream allowance on 11/16/25 (6f dirt); 2nd in a Tampa stakes on 10/5/25 (6 1/2f dirt). Needs to rebound but has speed. Joseph connection boosts. Ruiz knows the track (15% wins). Post 6 for a mid-race move; value in exotics.
7. Indy Bay (15/1 ML)
Saffie A. Joseph, Jr.’s third entrant, this 4-year-old Take Charge Indy filly has Dylan Davis aboard at 122 lbs. Owned by Agave Racing Stable, Miller Racing LLC, and BAG Racing Stables LLC. Recent finishes: 10th in the Inside Information (G2) at Gulfstream on 1/24/26 (7f dirt, off layoff); 1st in the Charles Town Oaks (G2) on 8/23/25 (7f dirt); 3rd in a Saratoga allowance on 7/20/25 (6 1/2f dirt). Graded winner but rusty last out. Joseph excels with returnees. Davis is tactical. Outside post 7 could force a wide run; upset chance if sharp.
8. Andrea (20/1 ML)
Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. conditions this 4-year-old Into Mischief filly, with Miguel A. Vasquez up at 120 lbs. Owned by Mark Corrado and G. Chris Coleman. Recent finishes: 5th in a Gulfstream allowance on 2/7/26 (6f dirt); 6th in a Gulfstream AOC on 1/3/26 (7f dirt); 3rd in the Charles Town Oaks (G2) on 8/23/25 (7f dirt, behind Indy Bay). Outrun recently but has back class. Joseph barn hot. Vasquez reliable (14% wins). Post 8 suits closers; longshot for minor awards.
9. Roswell (7/2 ML)
William I. Mott trains this 5-year-old Into Mischief mare, ridden by Edgard J. Zayas at 120 lbs. Owned by Helen C. Alexander. Seeking first stakes win. Recent finishes: 1st in a Gulfstream allowance on 2/21/26 (6 1/2f dirt); 1st in a Gulfstream optional claimer on 1/17/26 (6f dirt); 2nd in a Belmont allowance on 11/10/25 (7f dirt). In form, winning two of last three. Mott wins 22% with dirt routers shortening up. Zayas leads Gulfstream (24% wins). Wide post 9 might require energy; live threat with late kick.
