The Nellie Tayloe Ross Stakes, a high-profile sprint race for fillies and mares, returns to Energy Downs 307 Horse Racing on Saturday, May 31, 2025. This 5 1/2-furlong dirt sprint features a $25,000 purse, attracting some of the fastest female sprinters in the region.
Race Overview
- Event: 2025 Nellie Tayloe Ross Stakes
- Date: May 31, 2025
- Location: Energy Downs 307 Horse Racing, Gillette, WY
- Distance: 5 1/2 furlongs (Dirt)
- Purse: $25,000
- Eligibility: Fillies & Mares, 3 Years Old & Up
- Post Time: 5:40 PM MT
Top Contenders & Pedigrees
| Horse | Sire | Trainer | Jockey | Morning Line Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celee’s Last Te | Tulsa Te | R Vicchrilli | L A Valenzuela | TBD |
| Tennessee Moon | Ransom the Moon | M N Hibdon | D Cardoso | TBD |
| Lovely Lola | Flatter | S Simpson | K Serrano | TBD |
| Haynespun | Haynesfield | K Warren | J R Ironeyes | TBD |
| Dads Estrella | Dads Caps | K Kemper | C Ramey | TBD |
| Ima Trouble Maker | Lotsa Mischief | B Nelson | K Kellenberger | TBD |
| Bourbon Tiger | Smiling Tiger | K Warren | F Amparan | TBD |
Key Horses to Watch
- Celee’s Last Te (Tulsa Te) – Trained by R Vicchrilli, this seven-year-old mare has shown strong closing speed and could be a top contender.
- Tennessee Moon (Ransom the Moon) – A five-year-old mare, trained by M N Hibdon, looking to extend her winning streak.
- Lovely Lola (Flatter) – A consistent performer, trained by S Simpson, known for speed and stamina.
Race Strategy & Betting Insights
- Pace Analysis: Expect Haynespun and Bourbon Tiger to set the early pace, while Celee’s Last Te and Lovely Lola will look to close late.
- Track Conditions: With fast dirt expected, front-runners may have an advantage.
- Best Bet: Celee’s Last Te – 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: 5:40 PM MT
