What are the Miss Grillo Stakes?
The Miss Grillo Stakes is a prestigious Grade 2 turf race for two-year-old fillies, held annually at Belmont Stakes. The race covers a distance of 1 1/16 miles and is a key prep race for the Breeder's Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf, making it highly relevant for those interested in online horse betting.
When is the Miss Grillo Stakes in 2024?
The Miss Grillo Stakes are scheduled to take place on October 6, 2024. This race is a significant event in the horse racing calendar, attracting attention from enthusiasts and online horse betting communities alike.
Who are some notable winners of the Miss Grillo Stakes?
Notable winners of the Miss Grillo Stakes include horses such as New Money Honey, who won in 2016 and later triumphed in the Breeder's Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf. Other winners like Aunt Pearl and Newspaperofrecord have also gained acclaim, highlighting the race's importance in showcasing future stars in horse racing.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| 2023 | Hard to Justify | Flavien Prat | Chad C. Brown | Wise Racing | 1:43.92 |
| 2022 | Pleasant Passage | Irad Ortiz Jr. | Claude R. McGaughey | Emory Hamilton | 1:45.25 |
| 2021 | Sail By | Junior Alvarado | Leah Gyarmati | Treadway Racing Stable | 1:43.21 |
| 2020 | Plum Ali | Jose L. Ortiz | Christophe Clement | Michael Dubb, Madaket Stables, Bethlehem Stable | 1:42.03 |
As a Breeder's Cup Challenger Series race, the Miss Grillo Stakes is crucial for shaping the field of the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf. The race not only provides automatic entry for the winner but also helps in evaluating the form and potential of two-year-old fillies as they prepare for one of the most prestigious events in the racing calendar..
