The Poinsettia Stakes at Oaklawn Park is set to be an exciting race for fillies and mares, three years old and upward, covering a distance of five and one-half furlongs on dirt. Scheduled for Saturday, December 21, 2024, this race features a guaranteed purse of $150,000.
Key Details:
- Purse: $150,000 (Guaranteed)
- Distance: Five and One-Half Furlongs (Dirt)
- Eligibility: Fillies and Mares, Three Years Old and Upward, not permitted Lasix within 48 hours of post time
- Entry Fee: $750 to pass the entry box, $750 additional to start; supplementary nominations of $2,000 accepted by the usual time of entry
- Distribution: 60% to the winner, 20% to second, 10% to third, 6% to fourth, 4% to fifth, 2.5% of original purse to owners of horses finishing 6th through last
- Weights: Three-Year-Olds: 122 lbs; Older: 124 lbs
- Allowances: Non-winners of $60,000 in 2024 allowed 3 lbs; $50,000 in 2024 allowed 5 lbs; $30,000 in 2024 allowed 7 lbs (Maiden, claiming, and starter races not considered in estimating allowances)
- Trophy: Awarded to the owner of the winner
Field Overview:
- Fibber (KY) – Frosted – Devious Intent
- Holly Dolly (KY) – Brody’s Cause – Pinch Me
- High Class (KY) – Into Mischief – Euroboss
- Laura’s Charm (KY) – Mshawish – Qualkris
- Dealing Justice (KY) – Commissioner – Clever Run
- Pistol (KY) – Gun Runner – Wild Bout Tiffany
- Spirit Wind (FL) – Bahamian Squall – Sacred Psalm
- Asternia (KY) – Astern (AUS) – La Chepis
- Makeup (KY) – Classic Empire – Dance Queen
- Ms. Bucchero (FL) – Bucchero – Give Glory to God
- Girls Weekend (KY) – World of Trouble – Island Love Song
- Royal Spa (KY) – Violence – Bodacious Babe
Race Analysis:
Spirit Wind is the morning line favorite with odds of 8/5, known for her impressive speed and consistency. Fibber follows closely with odds of 9/2, having shown strong form in recent races. Holly Dolly and Royal Spa are also strong contenders, with odds of 12/1 and 4/1 respectively.
Spirit Wind has a higher Brisnet Speed figure and a strong pedigree, making her the top contender. However, Fibber and Holly Dolly cannot be discounted given their solid performances and competitive edges.
Jockeys and Trainers:
- Fibber: Rafael Bejarano, Chris Hartman
- Holly Dolly: Iram V. Diego, H. R. Ashford, Jr.
- High Class: K. J. Asmussen, Steve M. Asmussen
- Laura’s Charm: Miguel Garcia, Larry Pierce
- Dealing Justice: Hector Hernandez, Tom E. Martin
- Pistol: Fernando Arrieta, Terry L. Van Berg
- Spirit Wind: Fernando Jara, Saffie Joseph, Jr.
- Asternia: Rafael A. Vazquez, R. L. Morse
- Makeup: E. Asmussen, Steve M. Asmussen
- Ms. Bucchero: Xavier Perez, D. D. Morici
- Girls Weekend: R. Santana, Jr., D. Beckman
- Royal Spa: C. A. Torres, Rodolphe Brisset
Conclusion:
The Poinsettia Stakes promises to be a thrilling race with a mix of seasoned and promising fillies and mares. Spirit Wind is the favorite, but the unpredictable nature of horse racing means any of the top contenders could emerge victorious.
