The Spice Swirl Stakes at Legacy Park is set to take place on May 18, 2025, featuring a competitive field of Nebraska-bred fillies and mares, three-year-olds and upward, racing five furlongs on dirt for a $30,000 purse. This sprint stakes event highlights some of the top regional talent, with several contenders looking to establish themselves in the stakes ranks.
Field Overview
Here’s a breakdown of the contenders, their pedigrees, trainers, and jockeys:
| Post | Horse | Sire | Trainer | Jockey | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zibby Too | El Caballo | David C. Anderson | Adrian Ramos | 119 lbs |
| 2 | Judge On the Run | Judge Bill | McKay Stables | TBD | 124 lbs |
| 3 | Joy Forever | Judge Bill | Hoffman & Harder | TBD | 119 lbs |
| 4 | Inewagallikethat | TBD | TBD | TBD | 122 lbs |
| 5 | P R Odds Setter | TBD | TBD | TBD | 124 lbs |
Race Analysis
Favorites & Contenders
- Zibby Too enters as a strong contender, having won the 2024 Spice Swirl Stakes. She has shown consistency in sprint races and will look to defend her title.
- Judge On the Run is a seasoned competitor, carrying 124 lbs, which could be a challenge in this sprint.
- Joy Forever has been competitive in past stakes races and could be a live longshot.
Pace Projection
- Expect Zibby Too to be forwardly placed, possibly setting the pace or stalking early.
- Judge On the Run and Joy Forever will likely settle mid-pack and look to close late.
- Inewagallikethat and P R Odds Setter may try to press the pace early but will need to prove their stamina.
