The Original Gold Stakes at Charles Town is set to be a thrilling race, showcasing a competitive lineup of fillies and mares.
Race Details
- Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025
- Distance: 7 furlongs on dirt
- Purse: $75,000
- Eligibility: Three-year-olds and upward, fillies and mares
The Contenders
- Lightnin Runner
- Trainer: Ronney W. Brown
- Jockey: Orlando Bocachica
- Pedigree: Sired by Battalion Runner out of My Lightnin Strike
- Overview: A five-year-old mare with a solid track record, Lightnin Runner is trained by Ronney W. Brown, a seasoned trainer. Orlando Bocachica will guide her in this race, aiming to leverage her speed and stamina.
- Mendys Honey
- Trainer: Anthony Farrior
- Jockey: Arnaldo Bocachica
- Pedigree: Sired by Mendelssohn out of Honey Chile
- Overview: This four-year-old filly has shown promise in previous races. Under the guidance of Anthony Farrior and ridden by Arnaldo Bocachica, Mendys Honey is expected to be a strong contender.
- Still Grumpy
- Trainer: Michael E. Jones, Jr.
- Jockey: Angel Cruz
- Pedigree: Sired by Capo Bastone out of Early Annuity
- Overview: A four-year-old filly with a competitive pedigree, Still Grumpy is trained by Michael E. Jones, Jr. Angel Cruz will aim to bring out her best performance.
- Juba’s Parade
- Trainer: Kristy Petty
- Jockey: Antonio Lopez
- Pedigree: Sired by Juba out of Mummers Parade
- Overview: A five-year-old mare with a consistent record, Juba’s Parade is trained by Kristy Petty. Antonio Lopez will be in the saddle, looking to capitalize on her experience.
- Ran Out of Trainer
- Trainer: Anthony Farrior
- Jockey: Marshall Mendez
- Pedigree: Sired by Tonalist out of My Girl Tricksy
- Overview: Another entry from Anthony Farrior, this four-year-old filly has the potential to surprise the field. Marshall Mendez will aim to guide her to victory.
- Maggie’s Girl
- Trainer: Timothy C. Grams
- Jockey: Larry C. Reynolds
- Pedigree: Sired by Uncle Lino out of Maginot Line
- Overview: A five-year-old mare with a strong pedigree, Maggie’s Girl is trained by Timothy C. Grams. Larry C. Reynolds will look to bring out her best performance.
- Shewonttalktome
- Trainer: Ronald G. Sigler
- Jockey: J. D. Acosta
- Pedigree: Sired by Juba out of Ferzetti
- Overview: A four-year-old filly with potential, Shewonttalktome is trained by Ronald G. Sigler. J. D. Acosta will aim to guide her to a strong finish.
- Moonlit Kiss
- Trainer: Timothy C. Grams
- Jockey: Christian Hiraldo
- Pedigree: Sired by Great Notion out of Moonlit Song
- Overview: Another entry from Timothy C. Grams, this four-year-old filly has shown promise. Christian Hiraldo will look to capitalize on her strengths.
- Somesugarnspice
- Trainer: Elizabeth E. Meehan
- Jockey: Grant Whitacre
- Pedigree: Sired by Denis of Cork out of Cotton Candy
- Overview: A four-year-old filly with a unique pedigree, Somesugarnspice is trained by Elizabeth E. Meehan. Grant Whitacre will aim to bring out her best.
- Xanthe
- Trainer: Keturah E. Obed-Letts
- Jockey: Victor Rodriguez
- Pedigree: Sired by Aldrin out of Roche
- Overview: A five-year-old mare with potential, Xanthe is trained by Keturah E. Obed-Letts. Victor Rodriguez will look to guide her to a competitive finish.
