πŸ‡ Stakes Spotlight: Saturday March 29, 2025 – Big Money, Big Moments πŸ†πŸ”₯

πŸ‡ Stakes Spotlight: Saturday March 29, 2025 – Big Money, Big Moments πŸ†πŸ”₯

Today’s card is STACKED! From Gulfstream to Oaklawn, Turfway to Santa Anita β€” the road to the Derby is heating up and the purses are juicy. Here’s your full preview of today’s most important stakes action:

🏝️ Gulfstream Park

  • Race 14 – Florida Derby (G1)
    1 1/8 mi | Dirt | $1,000,000
    The crown jewel of the day. A key Kentucky Derby prep with major implications. Top 3YOs clash for qualifying points and prestige.

  • Race 12 – Gulfstream Park Oaks (G2)
    1 1/16 mi | Dirt | $250,000
    Fillies on the Oaks trail step into the spotlight. Strong field with tactical speed.

  • Race 10 – Pan American Stakes (G2)
    1 1/2 mi | Turf | $200,000
    A true stamina test. Turf marathon for older horses β€” expect deep closers to be live.

  • Race 9 – Orchid Stakes (G3)
    1 1/2 mi | Turf | $150,000
    Fillies & mares go long on the lawn. Ideal spot for seasoned turf routers.

  • Race 8 – Ghostzapper Stakes (G3)
    1 1/16 mi | Dirt | $150,000
    Named after a legend, this dirt route is a battleground for classy older runners.

🐎 Oaklawn Park

  • Race 13 – Arkansas Derby (G1)
    1 1/8 mi | Dirt | $1,500,000
    One of the biggest preps of the year. The winner punches their ticket to Churchill with serious momentum.

  • Race 11 – Fantasy Stakes (G3)
    1 1/16 mi | Dirt | $750,000
    Big purse and big names in the 3YO filly division. Watch for a breakout star.

  • Race 9 – Oaklawn Mile (G3)
    1 mi | Dirt | $500,000
    Older horses line up in a deep, salty field. Expect a fast pace and strong finishers.

🌴 Santa Anita Park

  • Race 7 – San Carlos Stakes (G3)
    7 furlongs | Dirt | $101,000
    One-turn sprint for older horses. Tactical speed rules.

  • Race 5 – Wilshire Stakes (G3)
    1 mi | Turf | $102,500
    Fillies & mares duel on the grass. Look for a late charge down the lane.

🏁 Turfway Park

  • Race 12 – Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3)
    1 1/8 mi | Synthetic | $777,000
    Major Derby points are on the line in this synthetic-track showdown. Versatility is key.

  • Race 10 – Kentucky Cup Classic (G3)
    1 1/8 mi | Synthetic | $300,000
    Open company. Deep field of seasoned pros β€” expect a tactical affair.

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