The Malvern Rose Stakes returns to Presque Isle Downs on Monday, July 7, 2025, as Race 7 on the card. This 6½-furlong sprint on the Tapeta surface features a field of eight promising 3-year-old fillies, many of whom are looking to make a name for themselves in the regional stakes circuit. With a mix of proven winners and rising stars, this race is a key summer target for Pennsylvania-breds and Mid-Atlantic contenders.
Race Details
| Event | Malvern Rose Stakes (Race 7) |
| Date | Monday, July 7, 2025 |
| Post Time | 6:12 PM ET |
| Track | Presque Isle Downs, Erie, PA |
| Surface | All-Weather (Tapeta) |
| Distance | 6½ furlongs |
| Purse | $75,000 |
| Eligibility | 3-Year-Old Fillies |
Full Field: Horses, Jockeys, Trainers & Pedigrees
| Post | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Sire – Dam (Damsire) |
| 1 | Icona Mama | Gaddiel Martinez | Flint Stites | Maximus Mischief – Classe Signora (Bernstein) |
| 2 | Double Airo | J.G. Torrealba | W. Robert Bailes | Airoforce – Double Axel (Orb) |
| 3 | Up N Runnin | Israel Rodriguez | Edward J. Coletti Jr. | Uptowncharlybrown – Runnin On Sunshine (Graydar) |
| 4 | Our Lady | Patrick Husbands | Steven Chircop | Bolt d’Oro – Summer’s Ready (More Than Ready) |
| 5 | Honorable Win | Antonio Gallardo | Kathleen A. Demasi | Winchill – Honorable Partner (Congressionalhonor) |
| 6 | Queen’s Wreath | Tyler Conner | Erin McClellan | Jimmy Creed – Ianthe (Sky Mesa) |
| 7 | Boujie Betz | Willie Martinez | Teresa Connelly | Warrior’s Reward – Seven Two Offsuit (Robyn Dancer) |
| 8 | Dixieland Belle | Pablo Morales | Michael J. Trombetta | More Than Ready – Dixie Serenade (Uptowncharlybrown) |
Top Contenders to Watch
Our Lady (Post 4)
Trainer: Steven Chircop
Jockey: Patrick Husbands
Pedigree: Bolt d’Oro × Summer’s Ready
Form: 2-for-2 lifetime, including a dominant win at Woodbine
Speed Figure: 96
Analysis: The likely favorite, Our Lady has shown class and versatility. She’s bred for synthetic and has tactical speed to sit just off the pace.
Double Airo (Post 2)
Trainer: W. Robert Bailes
Jockey: J.G. Torrealba
Pedigree: Airoforce × Double Axel
Form: 2 wins, 2 seconds in last 4 starts
Speed Figure: 89
Analysis: Consistent and improving, Double Airo has a strong closing kick and could benefit from a hot early pace.
Icona Mama (Post 1)
Trainer: Flint Stites
Jockey: Gaddiel Martinez
Pedigree: Maximus Mischief × Classe Signora
Form: 1 win from 3 starts
Speed Figure: 88
Analysis: Draws the rail and has early speed. Could be dangerous if she breaks clean and controls the pace.
Race Analysis & Strategy
Pace Scenario: Expect Icona Mama and Boujie Betz to show early speed. Our Lady and Queen’s Wreath should stalk, while Double Airo and Up N Runnin will look to close late.
Track Bias: Presque Isle’s Tapeta surface tends to favor stalkers and mid-pack runners, especially at 6½ furlongs.
Key Angle: Horses with prior synthetic experience (Our Lady, Dixieland Belle) have an edge over dirt-only runners.
| Bet Type | Selection |
| Win | Our Lady (Post 4) |
| Place | Double Airo (Post 2) |
| Show | Icona Mama (Post 1) |
| Longshot to Watch | Dixieland Belle (Post 8) – strong pedigree and top jockey Pablo Morales |
Exacta Box: 2, 4, 1
Trifecta: 4 / 2, 1 / 2, 1, 8
