The New York Stallion Stakes returns to Belmont at the Big A, showcasing elite New York-bred three-year-olds in a six-furlong turf sprint. With a $150,000 purse, this race is a key event in the New York Stallion Series, attracting top trainers, jockeys, and pedigrees.
Race Details
Event: New York Stallion Stakes (Spectacular Bid Division)
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Time: 6:37 PM ET
Venue: Belmont at the Big A, Queens, NY
Surface: Turf (6 furlongs)
Purse: $150,000
TV Broadcast: Fox Sports, TVG, NYRA Bets
Top Contenders & Horse Profiles
1. The Big Torpedo (Trainer: Tom Morley | Jockey: Eric Cancel)
Pedigree: Big Brown – Torpedo Bay (Freud)
Career Record: 6-1-3-1
Recent Performance: Second in Woodhaven Stakes (April 27)
Strengths: Versatile runner with strong closing speed
Concerns: Adjusting to a shorter sprint distance
2. Heavyweight Champs (Trainer: Linda Rice | Jockey: Jose Ortiz)
Pedigree: Central Banker – Knockout Queen (Tiznow)
Career Record: 5-2-1-1
Recent Performance: Won NYSS Great White Way Stakes
Strengths: Proven speed on turf
Concerns: Facing tougher competition
3. Bustin’ Away (Trainer: Mark Casse | Jockey: Dylan Davis)
Pedigree: Bustin Stones – Away We Go (Gone West)
Career Record: 4-1-2-0
Recent Performance: Third in Spectacular Bid Stakes
Strengths: Consistent finisher with tactical speed
Concerns: Needs a strong break from the gate
4. Fidale Caillou (Trainer: Christophe Clement | Jockey: Javier Castellano)
Pedigree: War Dancer – Caillou’s Dream (Elusive Quality)
Career Record: 3-1-1-1
Recent Performance: Second in NYSS Times Square Stakes
Strengths: Strong pedigree for turf racing
Concerns: Limited experience at six furlongs
Race Strategy & Betting Insights
Pace Projection: Fast early fractions expected due to multiple speed horses.
Key Matchups: The Big Torpedo vs. Heavyweight Champs in the stretch battle.
Dark Horse: Fidale Caillou could surprise with a late surge.
