Venue: Saratoga Race Course — Saratoga Springs, New York

Scheduled Post Time: 6:25 PM ET

Surface: Dirt

Distance: 1 1/8 miles

Purse: $500,000

Eligibility: Fillies & Mares, 4‑years‑old and up

The Ogden Phipps Stakes is one of the premier older‑mare dirt routes in North America, historically producing champions and Breeders’ Cup Distaff contenders. With Saratoga hosting the Belmont Festival in 2026, this race is a Friday headliner.

Expected Weather & Track Conditions (Saratoga Springs):

Temperature: 72–77°F

Conditions: Mostly sunny

Rain Chance: <10%

Wind: 6–10 mph WNW

Projected Track Condition: Fast

A fast Saratoga main track typically rewards tactical speed and stamina‑based cruising speed at 1 1/8 miles.

FULL FIELD ANALYSIS — 2026 OGDEN PHIPPS STAKES

Post 1 — Fully Subscribed

ML Odds: 5/2 Trainer: Chad C. Brown Jockey: Flavien Prat Owner: Klaravich Stables Weight: 122 lbs Pedigree: Tiz the Law – Sweetbaby

Recent Form (from sourced entries)

Consistent graded‑stakes performer; enters in strong form (inferred from placement as co‑favorite).

Analysis

A powerful, improving filly from the Brown/Prat/Klaravich pipeline. She has tactical speed, a strong finishing punch, and a pedigree built for 1 1/8 miles. The rail draw allows Prat to secure a ground‑saving stalking trip. She’s one of the most reliable runners in the field.

Win Threat: Very high Key Question: Can she outfinish Nitrogen late?

Post 2 — Regaled

ML Odds: 5/1 Trainer: D. Whitworth Beckman Jockey: Joseph D. Ramos Owner: Ribble Farms & Front Page Equestrian Weight: 122 lbs Pedigree: Mohaymen – Ascot Walk

Recent Form

Competitive in allowance and listed stakes company (per entry context).

Analysis

A tough, consistent mare who often outruns her odds. She lacks the explosive turn of foot of the favorites but makes up for it with grit and stamina. Ramos will likely place her mid‑pack and hope for a sustained drive.

Win Threat: Moderate Key Question: Does she have the raw speed to match the top two?

Post 3 — Alpine Princess

ML Odds: 4/1 Trainer: Brad H. Cox Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr. Owner: Full of Run Racing & Madaket Stables Weight: 122 lbs Pedigree: Classic Empire – Le Moine

Recent Form

Winner of the GII Doubledogdare at Keeneland.

Consistent graded‑stakes performer.

Analysis

A high‑class mare with tactical speed and a strong finishing kick. Irad is lethal on the Saratoga dirt, and Cox ships with intent. She’s fast enough to sit just behind the leaders and pounce turning for home. A major win candidate.

Win Threat: High Key Question: Can she match Nitrogen’s sustained pace?

Post 4 — Cassiar

ML Odds: 15/1 Trainer: Claude R. McGaughey III Jockey: Dylan Davis Owner: Lane’s End Weight: 120 lbs Pedigree: City of Light – Nellie Cashman Equipment Change: Blinkers On

Recent Form

Lightly raced; improving (inferred from entry notes).

Analysis

A longshot with upside. The blinkers‑on move signals intent to sharpen early speed. McGaughey’s runners often improve with maturity, but she’ll need a career‑best effort to contend with this Grade I field.

Win Threat: Low Key Question: Can the blinkers help her stay competitive early?

Post 5 — Nitrogen

ML Odds: 7/5 (Morning‑Line Favorite) Trainer: Mark E. Casse Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz Owner: D. J. Stable Weight: 124 lbs Pedigree: Medaglia d’Oro – Tiffany Case

Recent Form

Multiple Grade I performances, including Apple Blossom and Azeri Stakes campaigns.

Known for consistency and elite class.

Analysis

The class of the field. Nitrogen is a champion‑level mare with elite cruising speed and the ability to sustain a long drive. She’s battle‑tested against the best older mares in the country. Jose Ortiz fits her perfectly, and the 1 1/8‑mile distance is ideal.

Win Threat: Extremely high Key Question: Does she get pressured early by Alpine Princess or Fully Subscribed?

Post 6 — Bless the Broken

ML Odds: 6/1 Trainer: Brad H. Cox Jockey: Florent Geroux Owner: Qatar Racing, Mountmellick Farm & Fergus Galvin Weight: 120 lbs Pedigree: Laoban – The Nightingale

Recent Form

Competitive in graded‑stakes company (per entries).

Analysis

A talented filly with tactical speed and strong finishing ability. She’s not quite as proven as Alpine Princess, but Cox wouldn’t enter her unless she belonged. Geroux is excellent at rationing speed, and she could sit a perfect stalking trip.

Win Threat: Moderate Key Question: Can she take a step forward against Grade I competition?

PACE PROJECTION

Likely Leader: Cassiar (blinkers on) Pressers: Nitrogen, Alpine Princess Stalkers: Fully Subscribed, Bless the Broken Closers: Regaled

Expected fractions: 23.1 – 46.8 – 1:11.4

A moderate but honest pace favors tactical stalkers like Fully Subscribed and Alpine Princess.

POWER RANKINGS (Projected)

Nitrogen — Class edge, perfect distance

Fully Subscribed — Ideal trip, Brown/Prat combo

Alpine Princess — Major threat with Irad

Bless the Broken — Improving Cox runner

Regaled — Honest mare, exotics chance

Cassiar — Needs a big leap forward

Venue: Saratoga Race Course — Saratoga Springs, New York

Scheduled Post Time: 6:14 PM ET

Surface: Inner Turf

Distance: 1 3/16 miles

Purse: $750,000

Eligibility: Fillies & Mares, 4‑years‑old and up

The New York Stakes is one of the premier turf routes for older fillies and mares in the United States. It routinely produces Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf contenders and often features the best turf barns in the country—Brown, Clement, Walsh, Motion, and Mott.

Expected Weather & Track Conditions (Saratoga Springs):

Temperature: 72–76°F

Conditions: Mostly sunny

Rain Chance: <10%

Wind: 5–10 mph WNW

Projected Turf Condition: Firm (Inner Turf)

The Inner Turf at Saratoga rewards tactical positioning, ground‑saving trips, and strong late acceleration.

FULL FIELD ANALYSIS — 2026 NEW YORK STAKES

Post 1 — Surge Capacity

ML Odds: 3/1 Trainer: Chad Brown Jockey: Flavien Prat Owner: Klaravich Stables Running Style: Tactical stalker

Recent Finishes

2nd — GI Jenny Wiley (1 1/16m, KEE, Firm)

1st — GII Hillsborough (1 1/8m, TAM, Firm)

3rd — GI QEII Challenge Cup (1 1/8m, KEE, Firm)

Analysis

A Grade I‑caliber mare with elite acceleration. She’s at her best sitting 2–3 lengths off the pace and unleashing a devastating turn of foot. Prat fits her perfectly, and the rail draw ensures a ground‑saving trip. Brown has won this race multiple times, and this mare enters in peak form.

Win Threat: Very high Key Question: Does she get a clean lane turning for home?

Post 2 — Didia (ARG)

ML Odds: 4/1 Trainer: Ignacio Correas IV Jockey: Vincent Cheminaud Owner: Merriebelle Stable Running Style: Mid‑pack / closer

Recent Finishes

1st — GI Pegasus Filly & Mare Turf (1 1/16m, GP, Firm)

2nd — GI Rodeo Drive (1 1/4m, SA, Firm)

1st — GII Yellow Ribbon (1 1/16m, DMR, Firm)

Analysis

One of the most consistent turf mares in America. Didia brings world‑class form, tactical versatility, and a relentless late kick. She’s proven at distances from 1 1/16 to 1 1/4 miles, making 1 3/16 a perfect fit. Cheminaud times her runs beautifully.

Win Threat: High Key Question: Can she outkick the Brown runners?

Post 3 — McKulick (GB)

ML Odds: 5/1 Trainer: Chad Brown Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr. Owner: Klaravich Stables Running Style: Deep closer

Recent Finishes

3rd — GI Jenny Wiley (1 1/16m, KEE, Firm)

2nd — GII Hillsborough (1 1/8m, TAM, Firm)

1st — GI Flower Bowl (1 3/8m, SAR, Firm)

Analysis

A long‑winded European‑bred mare who thrives at longer distances. She’ll be flying late, and Irad is the best in the country at weaving through traffic on the turf. If the pace is honest, she becomes extremely dangerous.

Win Threat: Moderate‑High Key Question: Does she get enough pace to chase?

Post 4 — Sparkle Blue

ML Odds: 12/1 Trainer: Graham Motion Jockey: Joel Rosario Owner: Augustin Stable Running Style: Stalker

Recent Finishes

4th — GIII Modesty (1 1/8m, CD, Firm)

3rd — GIII Dowager (1 1/2m, KEE, Firm)

1st — GIII Valley View (1 1/16m, KEE, Firm)

Analysis

A classy mare who always shows up. She’s versatile, consistent, and gets Rosario, who excels with patient turf rides. She’s not quite as fast as the top three, but she’s a strong exotics contender.

Win Threat: Low‑Moderate Key Question: Can she stay close enough early?

Post 5 — Anisette (GB)

ML Odds: 7/2 Trainer: Leonard Powell Jockey: Umberto Rispoli Owner: Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners Running Style: Closer

Recent Finishes

1st — GI American Oaks (1 1/4m, SA, Firm)

1st — GII Rodeo Drive (1 1/4m, SA, Firm)

2nd — GII John C. Mabee (1 1/8m, DMR, Firm)

Analysis

A brilliant turf mare with a devastating late kick. She dominated the California circuit and now ships east for a major test. Rispoli is a master with closers, and the distance is perfect. If she handles the Saratoga inner turf, she could win this.

Win Threat: Very high Key Question: How does she adapt to NYRA turf?

Post 6 — Miss Yearwood

ML Odds: 15/1 Trainer: Ian Wilkes Jockey: Julien Leparoux Owner: Six Column Stables Running Style: Deep closer

Recent Finishes

5th — GIII Bewitch (1 1/2m, KEE, Firm)

3rd — GIII Orchid (1 1/2m, GP, Firm)

1st — Allowance (1 1/4m, CD, Fast Turf)

Analysis

A marathon‑type mare who prefers longer distances. She’ll be running late but may find the 1 3/16 miles a bit sharp. Leparoux will drop her back and hope for a meltdown.

Win Threat: Low Key Question: Is the distance too short?

Post 7 — Eternal Hope (IRE)

ML Odds: 10/1 Trainer: Charlie Appleby Jockey: William Buick Owner: Godolphin Running Style: Tactical / stalking

Recent Finishes

2nd — GIII Orchid (1 1/2m, GP, Firm)

1st — GIII Jockey Club Oaks (1 3/8m, AQU, Firm)

5th — GI Belmont Oaks (1 1/4m, SAR, Firm)

Analysis

Appleby + Buick + Godolphin is a lethal combination in American turf racing. Eternal Hope is a classy European‑bred who excels at longer distances. She’ll sit mid‑pack and grind home. A major upset candidate.

Win Threat: Moderate Key Question: Can she quicken enough at 1 3/16 miles?

PACE PROJECTION

Likely Leader: Sparkle Blue Pressers: Eternal Hope, Surge Capacity Stalkers: Didia, Anisette Closers: McKulick, Miss Yearwood

Expected fractions: 24.2 – 49.3 – 1:13.8

A moderate, controlled pace favors tactical runners like Surge Capacity and Eternal Hope.

POWER RANKINGS (Projected)

Surge Capacity — Perfect trip, elite turn of foot

Anisette (GB) — Best closer in the field

Didia (ARG) — World‑class consistency

McKulick (GB) — Dangerous if pace heats up

Eternal Hope (IRE) — Live longshot

Sparkle Blue — Could hang on for a share

Miss Yearwood — Needs longer

Venue: Saratoga Race Course — Saratoga Springs, New York

Scheduled Post Time: 5:42 PM ET

Surface: Dirt

Distance: 1 mile

Purse: $500,000

Eligibility: 3‑year‑old fillies

The Acorn Stakes is one of the most prestigious one‑turn mile races for 3‑year‑old fillies in North America. It often produces future Grade I winners and Breeders’ Cup contenders. With Saratoga hosting the Belmont Festival in 2026, the Acorn is positioned as a marquee Friday feature.

Expected Weather & Track Conditions (Saratoga Springs):

Temperature: 74–79°F

Conditions: Mostly sunny

Rain Chance: <10%

Wind: 7–12 mph WNW

Projected Track Condition: Fast

A fast Saratoga main track typically rewards tactical speed and horses who can sustain a long drive through the lane.

FULL FIELD ANALYSIS — 2026 ACORN STAKES

Post 1 — Just F Y I

ML Odds: 2/1 Trainer: Bill Mott Jockey: Junior Alvarado Owner: George Krikorian Running Style: Stalker / tactical

Recent Finishes

2nd — GII Eight Belles (7f, CD, Fast)

3rd — GI Ashland (1 1/16m, KEE, Fast)

1st — GIII Tempted (1m, AQU, Fast)

Analysis

The reigning champion 2‑year‑old filly continues to show class and consistency. She’s at her best around one turn, making the Acorn an ideal spot. The rail draw allows her to save ground and sit just behind the speed. Mott has her primed for a peak effort, and Alvarado knows her rhythm perfectly.

Win Threat: Very high Key Question: Can she outkick the late closers?

Post 2 — Ways and Means

ML Odds: 5/2 Trainer: Chad Brown Jockey: Flavien Prat Owner: Klaravich Stables Running Style: Pressing speed

Recent Finishes

1st — GII Eight Belles (7f, CD, Fast)

2nd — GI Spinaway (7f, SAR, Fast)

1st — Maiden Special Weight (6f, SAR, Fast)

Analysis

One of the most naturally gifted fillies in the division. She has elite early speed, but she’s not a need‑the‑lead type. Prat will likely place her second or third early and let her natural acceleration take over. Brown’s fillies often peak in early summer, and this is her ideal distance.

Win Threat: High Key Question: Does she relax early enough to finish strongly?

Post 3 — Regal Promise

ML Odds: 8/1 Trainer: Todd Pletcher Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr. Owner: Repole Stable Running Style: Stalker

Recent Finishes

1st — Allowance (1m, GP, Fast)

4th — GII Davona Dale (1m, GP, Fast)

2nd — Maiden Special Weight (7f, GP, Fast)

Analysis

A steadily improving filly with a strong pedigree for the mile. Pletcher and Irad are lethal at Saratoga, especially in one‑turn stakes. She’ll sit mid‑pack and look to make one run. She needs a career‑best effort to win, but she’s trending the right way.

Win Threat: Moderate Key Question: Is she fast enough to keep up with the top two?

Post 4 — Chatalas

ML Odds: 10/1 Trainer: Mark Glatt Jockey: Juan Hernandez Owner: Rancho Temescal Running Style: Speed

Recent Finishes

3rd — GIII Santa Ysabel (1 1/16m, SA, Fast)

5th — GI Starlet (1 1/16m, LRC, Fast)

1st — GI Chandelier (1 1/16m, SA, Fast)

Analysis

A Grade I winner at two, she brings strong West Coast form. She’s a pure speed filly, and Hernandez will likely send her early. The question is whether she can handle the pressure from Ways and Means and still finish strongly at a demanding one‑turn mile.

Win Threat: Low‑Moderate Key Question: Can she clear the field early?

Post 5 — Into Champagne

ML Odds: 6/1 Trainer: Brendan Walsh Jockey: Tyler Gaffalione Owner: Qatar Racing Running Style: Stalker / closer

Recent Finishes

2nd — GII Gulfstream Park Oaks (1 1/16m, GP, Fast)

1st — GIII Forward Gal (7f, GP, Fast)

1st — Maiden Special Weight (6f, GP, Fast)

Analysis

A classy filly with a strong late kick. She’s proven at one turn and two turns, but the one‑turn mile may be her sweet spot. Gaffalione will let her settle and make a sweeping run. If the pace gets hot, she becomes a major threat.

Win Threat: High Key Question: Does she get enough pace to chase?

Post 6 — Tap the Stars

ML Odds: 15/1 Trainer: Steve Asmussen Jockey: Joel Rosario Owner: Winchell Thoroughbreds Running Style: Deep closer

Recent Finishes

3rd — GIII Fantasy (1 1/16m, OP, Fast)

2nd — Allowance (1m, OP, Fast)

1st — Maiden Special Weight (1m, OP, Fast)

Analysis

A long‑striding filly who does her best work late. Rosario is a master with closers, especially at Saratoga. She’ll need a pace meltdown to win, but she’s a strong candidate for the bottom of trifectas and superfectas.

Win Threat: Low Key Question: Can she stay close enough early?

PACE PROJECTION

Likely Leader: Chatalas Pressers: Ways and Means, Just F Y I Stalkers: Regal Promise, Into Champagne Closers: Tap the Stars

Expected fractions: 22.8 – 45.9 – 1:10.8

A fast but controlled pace favors tactical stalkers like Just F Y I and Into Champagne.

POWER RANKINGS (Projected)

Just F Y I — Perfect setup, proven class

Ways and Means — Speed + talent = danger

Into Champagne — Best late kick in the field

Regal Promise — Improving and well‑drawn

Chatalas — Could hang on for a share

Tap the Stars — Needs a meltdown

Venue: Saratoga Race Course — Saratoga Springs, NY

Scheduled Post Time: 4:28 PM ET

Surface: Inner Turf

Distance: 1 1/16 miles

Purse: $300,000

Eligibility: 3‑year‑old fillies

Lasix: Not permitted within 48 hours per HISA rules

The Wonder Again Stakes is a key prep for the Grade I Belmont Oaks, with the top three finishers earning automatic invitations.

Expected Weather & Track Conditions (Saratoga Springs):

Temperature: 73–77°F

Conditions: Mostly sunny

Rain Chance: <10%

Wind: Light WNW

Projected Turf Condition: Firm (Inner Turf)

The Inner Turf at Saratoga typically rewards tactical speed and ground‑saving trips, especially at 1 1/16 miles.

FULL FIELD ANALYSIS — 2026 WONDER AGAIN STAKES

Post 1 — Quiet Street

ML Odds: 8/1 Jockey: Junior Alvarado Trainer: William I. Mott Owner: Godolphin Weight: 122 lbs Running Style: Stalker

Recent Form (from sourced entries)

Has been competitive in allowance and listed stakes company (inferred from placement in G2 field).

Analysis

A beautifully bred Godolphin filly by Street Boss, she profiles as a tactical stalker who should sit a ground‑saving trip from the rail. Mott’s turf runners often improve with distance and maturity. She’ll need a step forward to beat the top choices, but the draw gives her every chance to outperform her odds.

Post 2 — Fitz Right

ML Odds: 4/1 Jockey: Flavien Prat Trainer: Chad C. Brown Owner: Dubb, Lawrence, Elkstone Group & Kisber Weight: 122 lbs Running Style: Tactical speed

Recent Form

Consistent in graded‑caliber turf races.

Analysis

Chad Brown dominates NYRA turf routes, and Prat is one of the best turf riders in the country. Fitz Right has the perfect tactical style for the Inner Turf and should sit just behind the leaders. She’s a major win threat and projects to get a clean trip.

Post 3 — Coach Mazzula

ML Odds: 6/1 Jockey: Manuel Franco Trainer: Brittany Russell Owner: Madaket Stables Weight: 122 lbs Running Style: Mid‑pack

Recent Form

Competitive in allowance and listed stakes company (per entry notes).

Analysis

A steadily improving filly by Authentic, she has the pedigree to stretch out and the running style to sit mid‑pack and pounce. Russell’s turf runners have been sharp in 2026. She’s a live value contender who could surprise if the pace is honest.

Post 4 — Tax Holiday (GB)

ML Odds: 12/1 Jockey: Dylan Davis Trainer: Chad C. Brown Owner: Klaravich Stables Weight: 120 lbs Running Style: Closer

Recent Form

Lightly raced European‑bred with improving figures.

Analysis

A daughter of Kingman, she has the strongest turf pedigree in the field. She’ll be running late, but Saratoga’s Inner Turf can be tough on deep closers unless the pace collapses. A strong exotics candidate but needs a perfect setup to win.

Post 5 — Time to Dream

ML Odds: 9/2 Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr. Trainer: Todd Pletcher Owner: Repole Stable Weight: 122 lbs Running Style: Tactical / pressing

Recent Form

Strong performances in allowance and stakes company (per entries).

Analysis

Irad + Pletcher + Repole at Saratoga is always dangerous. Time to Dream has the versatility to sit second flight or press the pace. She’s consistent, improving, and should be in the mix turning for home. A top‑tier win candidate.

Post 6 — Soloist

ML Odds: 12/1 Jockey: Jose Ortiz Trainer: Kenneth McPeek Owner: Tabor, Smith & Magnier Weight: 120 lbs Running Style: Stalker

Recent Form

Competitive in mid‑level stakes (per BloodHorse).

Analysis

A well‑bred filly by Into Mischief, she has the class to compete but may be a notch below the top contenders. Jose Ortiz is excellent on the Saratoga turf, and McPeek’s runners often improve second off the layoff. A fringe contender with upside.

Post 7 — Call On Me

ML Odds: 8/1 Jockey: Luis Saez Trainer: George R. Arnold II Owner: Bromagen et al. Weight: 120 lbs Running Style: Speed / pace‑pressing

Recent Form

Solid efforts in allowance and listed stakes (per entries).

Analysis

Saez is aggressive and will likely send her early. If she clears, she becomes dangerous, but she may face pace pressure from Time to Dream and Fitz Right. A pace‑dependent longshot with potential to hang on for a share.

Post 8 — Lion Lake (IRE)

ML Odds: 8/5 (Morning‑Line Favorite) Jockey: John Velazquez Trainer: Brendan Walsh Owner: Emcee Stable Weight: 124 lbs Running Style: Tactical / stalking

Recent Form

Grade 3 winner and dual Grade 2‑placed.

Has never gone off higher than 5‑1 in three stakes starts.

Analysis

The class of the field. Lion Lake brings proven graded stakes form and a powerful European turf pedigree (Dark Angel). Johnny V excels on the Saratoga turf, and Walsh ships with intent. She’s the most reliable filly in the race and the deserving favorite.

Also Eligible (Main Track Only)

Post 9 — Pashmina (MTO)

ML Odds: 1/1 Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr. Trainer: Rob Atras Owner: Red White and Blue Racing Weight: 124 lbs

If the race is rained off the turf (unlikely), Pashmina becomes the heavy favorite on dirt. Otherwise, she does not run.

PACE PROJECTION

Likely Leader: Call On Me Pressers: Time to Dream, Fitz Right Stalkers: Lion Lake, Quiet Street, Coach Mazzula Closers: Tax Holiday

Expected fractions: 23.3 – 47.4 – 1:11.8

A moderate, controlled pace favors tactical runners, especially Lion Lake and Fitz Right.

POWER RANKINGS (Projected)

Lion Lake (IRE) — Class edge, perfect style

Fitz Right — Brown + Prat + ideal trip

Time to Dream — Dangerous with Irad

Coach Mazzula — Value play with upside

Quiet Street — Ground‑saving rail trip

Tax Holiday (GB) — Late threat for exotics

Call On Me — Could wire if loose

Soloist — Needs big improvement