sloppy surface - large gaps
The one thing about sloppy tracks that stands out to me is that there are usually much bigger gaps among the field during the running then on a fast track.
My theory regarding that is twofold:
I assume many don't like the footing, finding it slippery, therefore those that handle it are able to really open up on them...and secondly, it seems like the sloppy surface is less tiring - so when the speed doesn't weaken, the chasers & closers often get discouraged and give up the chase creating those large gaps.
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