The Grade II Glens Falls Stakes at Saratoga Race Course is set for Sunday, July 27, 2025, featuring a $250,000 purse over 1½ miles on the inner turf. This prestigious event for fillies and mares aged 4 and up draws a deep field of turf specialists, European imports, and proven American stayers.
Field Overview – Horses, Pedigrees & Connections
| Horse | Pedigree (Sire – Dam) | Trainer | Jockey | Odds | Notes |
| Bellezza (IRE) | Siyouni – Terrific (Galileo) | Miguel Clement | Joel Rosario | 5/2 | Classy Euro-bred; top speed figure (106) |
| La Mehana (FR) | Al Wukair – Oceanie (Dansili) | Miguel Clement | Flavien Prat | 3/1 | Belmont winner; proven at distance |
| No Show Sammy Jo (GB) | Lope de Vega – Shomaria (Exceed And Excel) | H. Graham Motion | Manuel Franco | 9/2 | Consistent turf form; strong late kick |
| Long Ago (GB) | Roaring Lion – Let It Be Me (Mizzen Mast) | William Morey | Jose Ortiz | 4/1 | Tactical speed; improving form |
| Immensitude (FR) | Lawman – Ma Petite Poule (Elusive City) | William Mott | Junior Alvarado | 8/1 | Versatile runner; solid turf record |
| Dazzlin’ Dictator | American Pharoah – Hollidazzle (Tiznow) | Rodolphe Brisset | Irad Ortiz Jr. | 6/1 | American pedigree; strong Saratoga form |
| Sacaya (FR) | The Grey Gatsby – Sassicaia (Doyen) | Miguel Clement | Luis Saez | 15/1 | Clement’s third entry; longshot appeal |
| Lady Firefoot | Temple City – Maryland Mist (Cozzene) | Melanie Giddings | Christopher Elliott | 20/1 | Veteran mare; needs pace collapse |
| Bernietakescharge | Take Charge Indy – Berning Rose (Freud) | Domenick Schettino | Romero Maragh | 2/5 (AE) | Main track only; unlikely to run |
Trainer & Jockey Insights
Miguel Clement sends a powerful trio: Bellezza, La Mehana, and Sacaya. Clement excels in turf marathons and has a 22% win rate with fillies at Saratoga.
H. Graham Motion is a turf master, especially with European-bred fillies like No Show Sammy Jo.
William Mott and William Morey bring tactical depth with Immensitude and Long Ago, both capable of stalking and pouncing.
Top Jockeys:
Joel Rosario (Bellezza): Elite turf rider with a 24% win rate at Saratoga.
Flavien Prat (La Mehana): Known for patience and timing in long-distance turf races.
Irad Ortiz Jr. (Dazzlin’ Dictator): Aggressive style suits front-running types.
Betting Tips:
Bellezza is the class standout with elite European bloodlines and top figures.
La Mehana offers value with proven distance form and a sharp recent win.
No Show Sammy Jo is a live exotics play with consistent late speed.
Long Ago and Immensitude are solid underneath for trifectas and superfectas.
Bellezza (IRE) – Tactical trip, class edge, Rosario aboard
La Mehana (FR) – Distance specialist, Clement’s top hope
No Show Sammy Jo (GB) – Late closer with upside
