PHOENIX, AZ – The spotlight turns to Turf Paradise Race Course as the Glendale Overnight Stakes brings together a competitive field of fillies and mares aged three and up for a one-mile showdown on dirt. With a total purse of $40,000—including $4,500 from Arizona Horse Racing (AZHR) and $2,600 from other sources—this overnight stakes race sets the stage for tactical brilliance and thrilling late-race moves.
Race Details
- Surface: Dirt
- Distance: 1 mile
- Entry Fee: $300
- Eligibility: Fillies & mares, 3YO and up
- Weights:
- 3-year-olds: 121 lbs
- Older horses: 124 lbs
- Allowances:
- -2 lbs for non-winners of $15K twice (2023–24)
- -4 lbs for non-winners of such since then
- Purse Distribution:
- $32,900 from purse account
- $7,100 from AZHR & other funds
Contender Roster & Morning Line Odds
| Horse | State | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | Odds | Pedigree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kynlie’s Empire | KY | K S Tohill | K Eikleberry | 124 lbs | 2/1 | Classic Empire × Undeterred (More Than Ready) |
| Don’t Bring Crazy | KY | K Lopez | D F O’Neill | 119 lbs | 5/2 | Maximus Mischief × Lily Maria (Paynter) |
| Jamies Inheritance | KY | A Morales | R Rennie | 124 lbs | 7/2 | Carpe Diem × Beth Ann’s Kitten (Kitten’s Joy) |
| Loana | PA | L A Valenzuela | B G Hone | 122 lbs | 5/1 | Neolithic × Sarahline (Northern Afleet) |
| Big Hug | AB | J M Asencio | R Hedge | 124 lbs | 6/1 | Mr. Big × Temeeku (Unusual Heat) |
| Zippin Sevenz | WA | I D Enriquez | F Lucarelli | 120 lbs | 6/1 | Coast Guard × Go Jackie Go (Matty G) |
Ownership & Breeding Notes
- Kynlie’s Empire: Owned by CJ Racing LLC; bred by Alastar Thoroughbred Co.
- Don’t Bring Crazy: Owned by Mark Davis; bred by Mullikin Thoroughbreds
- Jamies Inheritance: Owned by Richard Rennie; bred by Kenneth & Sarah Ramsey
- Loana: Owned by Masino Racing & Bruce Maller; bred by Mary K Haire
- Big Hug: Owned by Rick Hedge & Lori Lynn Neyka; bred by Chalet Stable
- Zippin Sevenz: Owned by McKee, Bresko & Lucarelli; bred by Ron & Nina Hagen
Race Insights & Strategic Outlook
- Kynlie’s Empire (2/1) stands tall with a proven pedigree and consistent track performance. A front-running style could give her the edge if early fractions stay controlled.
- Don’t Bring Crazy (5/2) offers versatility and recent speed figures that position her as a legitimate threat in deep stretch.
- Jamies Inheritance (7/2) has solid foundation and tactical speed—if she breaks cleanly, she’s well in the mix.
- Longshot Play: Big Hug and Zippin Sevenz could inject value into exotic tickets if the pace collapses.
Weather & Track Conditions
Forecasts predict clear skies and mild temperatures, providing ideal racing conditions on Turf Paradise’s dirt oval. Expect a fair surface that should reward stamina over speed.
Final Thoughts
The Glendale Overnight Stakes is poised to deliver a high-energy contest with a balanced field of established contenders and hungry upstarts. While Kynlie’s Empire heads the board, keep an eye on potential upsetters like Don’t Bring Crazy or Jamies Inheritance, both capable of delivering fireworks late.
