The Caesars Handicap is set to take place at Horseshoe Indianapolis on May 14, 2025, featuring a competitive field of 3-year-olds racing one mile on turf for a $150,000 purse. This stakes race highlights promising young turf specialists, with several contenders boasting strong pedigrees and experienced connections.
Race Overview
This race presents a mix of speed-focused front-runners, mid-pack stalkers, and late-closing threats, making for an exciting tactical battle. With a turnback in distance for some contenders and class relief for others, the pace scenario will be crucial in determining the winner.
Key Contenders & Analysis
1. Chasing Liberty (Constitution – Peaceful)
- Jockey: Luis Saez
- Trainer: Rob Atras
- Breeder/Owner: Twin Creeks Farm / Twin Creeks Racing Stables & CMNWLTH
- Analysis: A Constitution colt with strong turf stamina influences, Chasing Liberty benefits from a cutback in distance and class relief, making him a top contender.
2. Up to No Good (Lord Nelson – Bards Misschief)
- Jockey: Santo Sanjur
- Trainer: Keith Kinmon
- Breeder/Owner: Keith Kinmon
- Analysis: A gelding with speed-oriented pedigree, Up to No Good will likely try to dictate the pace early.
3. Sing Sing (Tiz the Law – Galileo’s Melody)
- Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz
- Trainer: Mark E. Casse
- Breeder/Owner: Champion Equine LLC / Hunsicker Equine Associates & Partners
- Analysis: A Tiz the Law gelding, Sing Sing has solid turf credentials and could be a mid-pack stalker looking to strike late.
4. Discreet Dancer (Tapit – Sweet N Discreet)
- Jockey: Cristian A. Torres
- Trainer: Antonio Sano
- Breeder/Owner: Mt. Brilliant Farm & Ranch / Eduardo Soto
- Analysis: A Tapit colt, Discreet Dancer has versatile running style but will need a strong break to stay competitive.
5. Goldwyn (Maximus Mischief – Gettem Up Girl)
- Jockey: Oscar Villarreal
- Trainer: Destin G. Heath
- Breeder/Owner: Christine Cagle
- Analysis: A Maximus Mischief gelding, Goldwyn has shown promise in workouts and could be a late-running threat.
6. Smoken Boy (Catholic Boy – Smoken Deb)
- Jockey: Emmanuel Esquivel
- Trainer: Cheryl Winebaugh
- Breeder/Owner: Robert V. LaPenta / KEM Stables
- Analysis: A Catholic Boy colt, Smoken Boy has solid turf breeding and could be a mid-pack stalker.
7. Clock Tower (Not This Time – Hot Stones)
- Jockey: Gerardo Corrales
- Trainer: Wesley A. Ward
- Breeder/Owner: Clarkland Farm LLC / Mrs. Fitriani Hay
- Analysis: A Not This Time gelding, Clock Tower has early speed potential but will need to sustain his pace through the stretch.
8. Brodeur (Nyquist – Tea Time)
- Jockey: Jareth Loveberry
- Trainer: Ethan W. West
- Breeder/Owner: Betz/B&K Canetti/J.Betz/CoCo Equine/D.J. Stables / Terry L. Stephens
- Analysis: A Nyquist colt, Brodeur has shown strong finishing ability and could be a late closer.
Race Prediction & Betting Insights
- Favorites: Chasing Liberty, Sing Sing, Clock Tower
- Potential Upsets: Goldwyn, Brodeur
- Best Late Runner: Brodeur
- Projected Winner: Chasing Liberty – With his cutback in distance and class relief, he has the best chance to control the pace and hold off late challengers.
