The Grade II Clasico Dia De Los Padres Stakes returns to Camarero Race Track in Canóvanas, Puerto Rico, featuring a competitive field of top thoroughbreds aged three and up. This 1 1/8-mile dirt race offers a $36,000 purse, attracting some of the best local and international contenders.
Race Details
- Event: Clasico Dia De Los Padres Stakes (G2)
- Date: Sunday, June 15, 2025
- Time: 5:30 PM ET
- Venue: Camarero Race Track, Canóvanas, PR
- Surface: Dirt
- Distance: 1 1/8 miles
- Purse: $36,000
Top Contenders & Horse Profiles
1. Eddie Felson (KY)
- Jockey: J I Velez
- Trainer: J Lisboa
- Pedigree: Sired by Tapiture, out of Unfulfilled Dream (by Munnings)
- Career Record: 4-year-old colt
- Strengths: Strong closing speed and ability to handle longer distances.
2. Uncaptured Storm (FL)
- Jockey: J Santiago
- Trainer: D Encarnacion
- Pedigree: Sired by Uncaptured, out of Spirited Storm (by Stormy Atlantic)
- Career Record: 5-year-old gelding
- Strengths: Tactical speed and experience in graded stakes races.
3. Sugar Boy (FL)
- Jockey: N Figueroa
- Trainer: E Texidor Jr.
- Pedigree: Sired by Khozan, out of E B Ryder (by Bluegrass Cat)
- Career Record: 4-year-old colt
- Strengths: Morning-line favorite (1/1) with dominant performances in previous races.
4. Upstanding (KY)
- Jockey: E Jaramillo
- Trainer: J D Velez
- Pedigree: Sired by Curlin, out of Mannerly (by Unbridled’s Song)
- Career Record: 4-year-old gelding
- Strengths: Versatile runner with strong stamina for longer distances.
5. Complete Agenda (KY)
- Jockey: J Diaz Jr.
- Trainer: R Morales
- Pedigree: Sired by Curlin, out of Constellation (by Bellamy Road)
- Career Record: 6-year-old horse
- Strengths: Proven competitor with a solid record in graded stakes.
6. Golden Juan (KY)
- Jockey: J A Hernandez
- Trainer: E Falcon
- Pedigree: Sired by Fed Biz, out of Penumbra Moon (by Malibu Moon)
- Career Record: 6-year-old gelding
- Strengths: Consistent finisher with strong endurance.
7. Lastchanceatglory (KY)
- Jockey: J Navarro
- Trainer: R D Lopez
- Pedigree: Sired by Goldencents, out of Glorified (by Honour and Glory)
- Career Record: 8-year-old gelding
- Strengths: Experienced veteran with multiple stakes wins.
8. St Andrews (KY)
- Jockey: E Ramirez
- Trainer: J D Velez
- Pedigree: Sired by Quality Road, out of Judy Legend (by Medaglia d’Oro)
- Career Record: 6-year-old gelding
- Strengths: Strong closer with a history of late surges.
Race Analysis & Predictions
- Favorites: Sugar Boy (1/1), Upstanding (2/1), Lastchanceatglory (5/2)
- Dark Horse: Golden Juan (5/1) – Strong endurance and ability to handle longer distances.
- Prediction: Sugar Boy wins, Upstanding places, Lastchanceatglory shows
Sugar Boy’s dominant performances and morning-line favoritism make him the top contender, while Upstanding’s stamina and Lastchanceatglory’s experience could lead to a strong finish.
