The King Creole Stakes, a $60,000 stakes race, is set to take place on May 3, 2025, at Evangeline Downs. This 5 ½-furlong dirt sprint features a competitive field of Louisiana-bred 3-year-olds and up, each vying for victory in this fast-paced event.
Race Details
- Track: Evangeline Downs
- Distance: 5 ½ furlongs (Dirt)
- Purse: $60,000
- Age Eligibility: 3-year-olds & up (Louisiana-bred)
- Post Time: 8:30 PM CT
Horses, Jockeys, Trainers & Pedigrees
1. Clear as a Bele (LA) – Clearly Now x My Friend Bele (My Friend Max)
- Trainer: David Terre
- Jockey: Elio J. Barrera
- Owner: Dark Horse Investment, Kevin Delahoussaye & Lane Cortez
- Recent Form: Has shown strong closing speed, finishing second in his last outing.
2. Geaux Sugar (LA) – Half Ours x Fifolet (Stormy Atlantic)
- Trainer: Karl Bourgeois
- Jockey: Mitchell Murrill
- Owner: Single Malt Stable (Ralph Cox et al)
- Recent Form: Won his last race at Fair Grounds, displaying late acceleration.
3. Hi Yah (LA) – El Deal x Homestake (Afleet Alex)
- Trainer: R. P. Ward
- Jockey: Jose Luis Rodriguez
- Owner: Claudio Solis
- Recent Form: Career-best victory last time out, transitioning well to sprint distances.
4. Ranch Badge (LA) – Proudinsky (GER) x Ms Aldebaran (Aldebaran)
- Trainer: J. J. Gelner
- Jockey: Jansen Melancon
- Owner: Horsefly Racing, LLC (Danielle Dearing)
- Recent Form: Consistent performer, placed second in his last outing.
5. Otra Cosa (LA) – Always Dreaming x Jemima’s Pearl (Distorted Humor)
- Trainer: J. A. Larrosa
- Jockey: Carlos Perez
- Owner: Israel Flores Horses LLC
- Recent Form: Strong finisher, placed fourth in last race.
6. Marks Promise (LA) – Custom for Carlos x Private Promise (Private Vow)
- Trainer: Eduardo Ramirez
- Jockey: Thomas L. Pompell
- Owner: Sandy Badeaux
- Recent Form: Mid-pack finisher in last race, looking for improvement.
7. Doctored Deal (LA) – El Deal x Like a Doc (Mauk Four)
- Trainer: Eric D. Nelson Jr.
- Jockey: Timothy Thornton
- Owner: Eric D. Nelson Jr.
- Recent Form: Won his last race at Delta Downs, proving his ability at this distance.
8. F T W Slam (LA) – Astrology x Debbie Ann (Posse)
- Trainer: J. Jeansonne
- Jockey: Devin H. Magnon
- Owner: Riley Blanchet
- Recent Form: Finished off the board in his last race, looking to rebound.
9. He’s Just Lucky (LA) – Breaking Lucky x Anea (Unbridled’s Song)
- Trainer: Allen Landry
- Jockey: Casey Fusilier
- Owner: Baronne Farms LLC
- Recent Form: Has shown flashes of speed but needs a breakout performance.
Race Analysis & Predictions
Top Contenders:
- Geaux Sugar (3/1 odds) – Strong finisher, coming off a victory.
- Clear as a Bele (4/1 odds) – Consistent performer, placed second in his last race.
- Doctored Deal (5/1 odds) – Recent winner, showing strong form.
Dark Horses:
- Ranch Badge (6/1 odds) – Consistent performer, could surprise.
- Otra Cosa (7/1 odds) – Has shown late acceleration, making him a threat.
