The Blushing K. D. Stakes at Fair Grounds is set to be an exciting race for fillies and mares aged three years and older over one and one-sixteenth miles on turf. The race will take place on Saturday, December 21, 2024, and has attracted a competitive field of thirteen starters.
Key Details:
- Purse: $100,000
- Distance: One and One Sixteenth Miles (Turf)
- Eligibility: Fillies and Mares, Three Years Old and Upward
- Weight: 122 lbs
- Entry Fee: $550 to enter; $550 additional to start
- Supplemental Nominations: $2,000 at time of entry
- Distribution: 60% to the winner, 20% to second, 10% to third, 4% to fourth, 2% to fifth, and 1% to finishers sixth through ninth
Field Overview:
- Lute Warm (KY) – Midnight Lute – Warm Sunshine
- Callie’s Grit (KY) – Maclean’s Music – Neith
- Stir Crazy (KY) – Vancouver (AUS) – Mentally Unstable
- Watch This Birdie (AR) – Astern (AUS) – Bird Harbor
- Join the Dance (KY) – Shackleford – Moondancer
- Autism Community (KY) – Kitten’s Joy – Rexy (GB)
Race Analysis:
Lute Warm is the morning line favorite with odds of 5/2, having shown excellent form with four wins in her last six starts. Stir Crazy is another strong contender with odds of 9/5, known for her consistent performance. Callie’s Grit and Watch This Birdie are also expected to be competitive, with both having shown potential in their recent starts.
Lute Warm has the advantage of a higher Brisnet Speed figure and a strong pedigree, making her a top contender. However, Stir Crazy cannot be discounted, given her recent win and solid performance.
Jockeys and Trainers:
- Lute Warm: Florent Geroux, Brittany T. Russell
- Callie’s Grit: Brian Joseph Hernandez, Jr., Joe Sharp
- Stir Crazy: Jose L. Ortiz, Michael J. Maker
- Watch This Birdie: James Graham, Ignacio Correas IV
- Join the Dance: Luis Saez, Dallas Stewart
- Autism Community: Devin H. Magnon, Jonathan Wong
Conclusion:
The Blushing K. D. Stakes promises to be a thrilling race with a mix of seasoned and promising fillies and mares. Lute Warm is the favorite, but with the unpredictable nature of horse racing, any of the top contenders could emerge victorious. It will be interesting to see how the race unfolds and which horse will take home the trophy.
