Grade: I for 3-year-old and older fillies and mares
Distance: 7 Furlongs
Track: Dirt
Purse: $500,000
What is the Ballerina Stakes?
The Ballerina Stakes is a prestigious Grade 1 horse race for fillies and mares aged three years and older. The race covers a distance of seven furlongs and takes place annually at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York.
When is the Ballerina Stakes in 2024?
The Ballerina Stakes is scheduled to take place on August 24th. This event is a highlight of the summer racing season at Saratoga Race Course.
Who are some notable winners of the Ballerina Stakes?
Notable winners of the Ballerina Stakes include Shine Again (2001, 2002) with the most wins, jockey John Velazquez (2005, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2021) and trainer C. R. McGaughey III (1984, 1988, 1991, 1994, 1999).
Year
Winner
Jockey
Trainer
Owner
Time
2024
Society
Tyler Gaffalione
Steven Asmussen
Peter E. Blum Thoroughbreds
1:22.00
2023
Echo Zulu
Florent Geroux
Steve Asmussen
L and N Racing LLC & Winchell Thoroughbreds LLC/td>
1:20.95
2022
Goodnight Olive
Irad Ortiz Jr.
Chad C. Brown
First Row Partners & Team Hanley
1:21.40
2021
Gamine
John Velasquez
Bob Baffert
Micheal Lund Petersen
1:21.61
2020
Serengeti Empress
Luis Saez
Thomas M. Amoss
Joel Politi
1:21.63
The Ballerina Stakes has evolved in terms of prestige and competitiveness. Initially established as a showcase for fillies and mares, it has grown in stature and now attracts top horses from across the country, becoming a key fixture in the summer racing calendar.
The Ballerina Stakes is a key event in the horse racing calendar, as it serves as a "Win and You're In" race for the Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint. This means the winner of the Ballerina Stakes earns an automatic berth to compete in the prestigious Breeder's Cup event, making it a significant target for top female sprinters.
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