The Fancy Buckles Stakes, a high-profile sprint race for West Virginia-bred fillies and mares, returns to Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races on Saturday, May 31, 2025. This 4 1/2-furlong dirt sprint features a $75,000 purse, attracting some of the fastest female sprinters in the region.
Race Overview
- Event: 2025 Fancy Buckles Stakes
- Date: May 31, 2025
- Location: Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, Charles Town, WV
- Distance: 4 1/2 furlongs (Dirt)
- Purse: $75,000
- Eligibility: West Virginia-Bred Fillies & Mares, 3 Years Old & Up
- Post Time: 10:02 PM ET
Top Contenders & Pedigrees
| Horse | Sire | Trainer | Jockey | Morning Line Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moonlit Kiss | Great Notion | Timothy C. Grams | Larry C. Reynolds | TBD |
| Lil Knockout | Leofric | Linda Dollinger-Stehr | Jacqueline A. Davis | TBD |
| Maggie’s Girl | Uncle Lino | Timothy C. Grams | Larry C. Reynolds | TBD |
| Stryda | Great Notion | Kent Knudsen | Marshall Mendez | TBD |
| Jlodiamond | Juba | Ricardo Rangel | Jhorma Cespedes | TBD |
| Bella Mela | Bustin Stones | Javier Contreras | Juan Mauricio Nunez | TBD |
| Dreamy Sonde | Fiber Sonde | Jeff C. Runco | Angel Cruz | TBD |
| Mendys Honey | Mendelssohn | Anthony Farrior | Arnaldo Bocachica | TBD |
| Lightnin Runner | Battalion Runner | Ronney W. Brown | Carlos Eduardo Lopez | TBD |
Key Horses to Watch
- Moonlit Kiss (Great Notion) – Trained by Timothy C. Grams, this filly has shown explosive speed and could be a top contender.
- Maggie’s Girl (Uncle Lino) – A consistent performer, trained by Timothy C. Grams, looking to extend her winning streak.
- Dreamy Sonde (Fiber Sonde) – A speedy front-runner, trained by Jeff C. Runco, aiming to control the pace early.
Race Strategy & Betting Insights
- Pace Analysis: Expect Dreamy Sonde and Lightnin Runner to set the early pace, while Moonlit Kiss and Maggie’s Girl will look to close late.
- Track Conditions: With fast dirt expected, front-runners may have an advantage.
- Best Bet: Moonlit Kiss – Proven stakes-winning ability and strong recent form make her a top contender.
How to Watch & Wager
- TV Broadcast: TVG, FanDuel Racing
- Streaming: TwinSpires, DRF Bets
- Post Time: 10:02 PM ET
