What is the Pat O'Brien Stakes?
The Pat O'Brien Stakes is a Grade II thoroughbred horse race run annually at Del Mar Racetrack in California. The race is contested over a distance of 7 furlongs on dirt and attracts some of the top sprinters in the sport.
The Pat O'Brien Stakes is a key race in the summer racing calendar and is often linked to major sprint events later in the year, making it a significant race for both bettors and horse racing enthusiasts.
When is the Pat O'Brien Stakes held in 2025?
The Pat O'Brien Stakes is scheduled to take place on August 23rd, 2025. This event is highly anticipated by the horse racing community and is a popular race for those engaging in online horse betting, offering numerous wagering opportunities.
Who are some notable winners of the Pat O'Brien Stakes?
Over the years, the Pat O'Brien Stakes has seen several memorable champions. Catalina Cruiser was a standout winner, securing back-to-back victories in 2018 and 2019 under the guidance of trainer John W. Sadler. Another notable horse is Goldencents, who won in 2014 and went on to achieve success in the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile. Lit de Justice triumphed in 1995 and is remembered for his victory in the Breeders' Cup Sprint. Other significant winners include El Corredor in 2001, Zensational in 2009, and Masochistic in 2016, all of whom left their mark on this prestigious race.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Dr. Venkman | Umberto Rispoli | Mark Glatt | Alipony Racing, Agnew, Dan J., Bunch, Clint and Hailey, James | 1:21.53 |
| 2024 | Raging Torrent | Antonio Fresu | Doug F. O'Neill | Great Friends Stables & Mark Davis | 1:21.17 |
| 2023 | Anarchist | Ramon Vazquez | Doug F. O'Neill | Ilium Stables | 1:23.21 |
| 2022 | Laurel River | Juan J. Hernandez | Bob Baffert | Juddmonte | 1:21.37 |
| 2021 | Ginobli | Drayden Van Dyke | Richard Baltas | Slam Dunk Racing et al. | 1:22.36 |
| 2020 | C Z Rocket | Flavien Prat | Peter L. Miller | Tom Kagele | 1:22.25 |
The Pat O'Brien Stakes was inaugurated in 1980 and has since become one of the premier sprint races at Del Mar Racetrack. The race is named after Pat O'Brien, a renowned actor and a beloved figure in Hollywood, who was also a passionate horse racing enthusiast. The race has grown in prestige over the years and is now a key event in the summer racing season at Del Mar.
