The Grade III Maryland Sprint Stakes at Pimlico Race Course is set to feature a competitive field of older sprinters, each looking to establish dominance over the six-furlong distance. With a $150,000 purse, this race attracts seasoned runners with strong pedigrees, many of whom have experience in graded stakes company.
Field Overview: Horses, Jockeys & Trainers
1. S S Sinatra (Trainer: Kerry Hohlbein | Jockey: Angel Cruz)
- Pedigree: Desert Party – S S Factor
- Recent Form: 1st in an Allowance Optional Claiming race at Laurel Park (March 29, 2025).
- Analysis: A consistent performer with local experience. Could be a factor with a well-timed move.
2. Prince of Jericho (Trainer: Brittany T. Russell | Jockey: Sheldon Russell)
- Pedigree: Munnings – Golden Review
- Recent Form: 3rd in the General George Stakes at Laurel Park.
- Analysis: A strong sprinter with tactical speed. Has performed well in Maryland and returns to Pimlico with solid credentials.
3. Celtic Contender (Trainer: Hamilton A. Smith | Jockey: Victor R. Carrasco)
- Pedigree: Irish War Cry – Celtic Katie
- Recent Form: 3rd in a Handicap race at Laurel Park.
- Analysis: A turf-bred colt trying dirt again. Has shown flashes of ability but needs to prove he can handle the surface.
4. Ninetyprcentmaddie (Trainer: Robert E. Reid, Jr. | Jockey: Mychel J. Sanchez)
- Pedigree: Weigelia – Amblin Easy
- Recent Form: 3rd in an Allowance Optional Claiming race at Parx Racing (May 5, 2025).
- Analysis: A consistent performer with strong sprinting ability. Could be a major player with a well-timed move.
5. Concrete Glory (Trainer: Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. | Jockey: Irad Ortiz, Jr.)
- Pedigree: Bodemeister – Take It Inside
- Recent Form: 2nd in the Gulfstream Park Sprint Stakes.
- Analysis: A strong contender with good recent form. Could be a factor if he gets a clean trip.
6. Booth (Trainer: Steven M. Asmussen | Jockey: Erik Asmussen)
- Pedigree: Mitole – Sophia’s Song
- Recent Form: 1st in the Count Fleet Sprint Handicap (G3) at Oaklawn Park.
- Analysis: A top-tier sprinter with strong credentials. Likely to be the favorite based on his recent graded stakes win.
7. Epic Ride (Trainer: John Ennis | Jockey: Flavien Prat)
- Pedigree: Blame – Pick a Time
- Recent Form: 4th in the Commonwealth Stakes (G3) at Keeneland.
- Analysis: A solid performer in longer-distance races. Needs to prove he can handle the cutback to six furlongs.
Race Strategy & Predictions
- Pace Projection: Expect a fast early pace, with Booth and Concrete Glory likely to push forward.
- Key Contenders: Booth is the horse to beat, but Prince of Jericho and Ninetyprcentmaddie could pose a challenge.
- Potential Longshot: Celtic Contender has local experience and could surprise with a well-timed move.
