The Pelican Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs is set to be an exciting race with a purse of $125,000. Covering a distance of six furlongs, this race is open to horses aged four years and upward. Here’s a detailed preview:
Race Details:
- Date: February 8, 2025
- Purse: $125,000
- Distance: 6 Furlongs
- Entry Fees: $400 to pass the entry box, an additional $400 to start
- Weights: 124 lbs (with allowances for non-winners)
Payouts:
- Winner: $75,000 (including $25,000 from FTBOA Stakes Funds for Registered Florida Breds)
- Second: $20,000
- Third: $10,000
- Fourth: $5,000
- Fifth: $3,000
- Sixth: $2,000
Notable Contenders:
- Spankster (KY) – Jockey: C Gil, Trainer: S J Cunningham. Odds: 6/1
- Nutella Fella (KY) – Jockey: J Alvarado, Trainer: G C Contessa. Odds: 2/1
- Silver Slugger (KY) – Jockey: M Meneses, Trainer: J C Avila. Odds: 15/1
- Caramel Chip (KY) – Jockey: I Ortiz, Jr., Trainer: C A David. Odds: 5/2
- Pure Class (FL) – Jockey: P Lopez, Trainer: D Fawkes. Odds: 5/1
- Dreaming of Kona (KY) – Jockey: S Spieth, Trainer: A Spieth. Odds: 6/1
- Life Is Precious (KY) – Jockey: D Centeno, Trainer: G S Bennett. Odds: 8/1
Additional Information:
This race has a strong lineup of contenders, with Nutella Fella and Caramel Chip being the top favorites. The race also includes Pure Class, a notable runner representing Florida-breds.
Race Analysis:
- Nutella Fella: With odds of 2/1, this horse is the favorite to win. Jockey J Alvarado and trainer G C Contessa make a formidable team.
- Caramel Chip: Another top contender with odds of 5/2. Jockey I Ortiz, Jr. is expected to guide this horse to a strong finish.
- Pure Class: Representing Florida-breds, this horse has good odds and could be in contention for a top spot.
