The Jefferey A. Hawk Memorial Stakes at Remington Park is set to be an exciting race with a purse of $75,000, plus an additional $7,500 from the Oklahoma Bred Program. This race covers one mile and seventy yards and is open to three-year-olds and upward. Let’s dive into the details and analyze the contenders.
Race Details
- Purse: $75,000 (plus $7,500 from the Oklahoma Bred Program)
- Distance: One Mile and Seventy Yards
- Eligibility: Three-Year-Olds and Upward
- Entry Fee: $800 plus an additional $700 for starters
- Weights:
- Three-Year-Olds: 121 lbs
- Older Horses: 124 lbs
- Allowances:
- Non-winners of a stakes race in 2024: 2 lbs
- Non-winners of $30,000 at a Mile or over in 2024: 4 lbs
- Non-winners of $18,000 at a Mile or over in 2024: 6 lbs
Contenders and Weights
- Denington (KY)
- Jockey: R Diaz
- Trainer: K G McPeek
- Weight: 118 lbs
- Owner: Fern Circle Stables and Magdalena Racing (Sherri McPeek)
- Breeder: Fern Circle Stables LLC & Magdalena Racing
- Pedigree: Gun Runner – Stronger Than Ever, by Congrats
- C W Prize (OK)
- Jockey: R E Eramia
- Trainer: J S Offolter
- Weight: 118 lbs
- Owner: Bryan L. Hawk
- Breeder: Bryan Hawk
- Pedigree: Code West – M B Prize, by Pure Prize
- Number One Dude (OK)
- Jockey: L D Goncalves
- Trainer: S E Young
- Weight: 124 lbs
- Owner: Terry Westemeir
- Breeder: Terry J Westemeir
- Pedigree: American Lion – Ebony Uno, by Macho Uno
- Logical Myth (KY)
- Jockey: D Cabrera
- Trainer: S H Davis
- Weight: 120 lbs
- Owner: George A. Sharp
- Breeder: Glendalough LLC
- Pedigree: Data Link – Undo, by Flatter
- Victory for Vets (TX)
- Jockey: J L Alvarez
- Trainer: W B Calhoun
- Weight: 121 lbs
- Owner: James Stodola
- Breeder: AsmussenEquine.com
- Pedigree: Tapiture – Diamondinthestream, by Smart Strike
- Paluxy (KY)
- Jockey: F Wethey Jr.
- Trainer: S E Young
- Weight: 118 lbs
- Owner: Blue and Gold Racing (Mike Combs)
- Breeder: Spendthrift Farm, LLC
- Pedigree: Brody’s Cause – Miss Pippa, by Master Command
- Silver Prospector (KY)
- Jockey: S Elliott
- Trainer: S M Asmussen
- Weight: 124 lbs
- Owner: Ed and Susie Orr
- Breeder: Hargus Sexton, Sandra Sexton & Silver Fern Farm, LLC
- Pedigree: Declaration of War – Tap Softly, by Tapit
- U. S. Army (KY)
- Jockey: L S Quinonez
- Trainer: S H Davis
- Weight: 118 lbs
- Owner: George A. Sharp
- Breeder: St. Elias Stables LLC
- Pedigree: Army Mule – She Stays Rollin, by War Front
- Mazuma (KY)
- Jockey: B Quinonez
- Trainer: S E Young
- Weight: 120 lbs
- Owner: Family Stone Racing (Leisha Gibson)
- Breeder: Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt
- Pedigree: American Pharoah – Moth (IRE), by Galileo (IRE)
- Fowler Blue (CA)
- Jockey: E A Maldonado
- Trainer: D F O’Neill
- Weight: 118 lbs
- Owner: William A. Branch
- Breeder: William Branch & Arnold Hill
- Pedigree: Curlin to Mischief – Roses for Joni, by Unusual Heat
Key Contenders
- Silver Prospector (KY): A seasoned performer with multiple graded stakes wins, Silver Prospector is a strong favorite. Trained by Hall of Famer Steve Asmussen, he has shown consistent performance and is expected to be a top contender.
- Denington (KY): With a solid pedigree and multiple stakes placements, Denington is another horse to watch. Trained by Kenneth McPeek, he has shown promise in previous races.
- U. S. Army (KY): The defending champion, U. S. Army, has proven his ability to perform well in this race. With jockey Luis Quinonez, he is a strong contender for a repeat victory.
Strategic Considerations
- Weights and Allowances: The race favors horses with higher weights and those with significant earnings in 2022-2023. Non-winners of substantial sums in 2024 receive allowances, potentially leveling the field.
- Performance Metrics: Evaluating past performances, as recorded by Equibase, will help in assessing each horse’s potential.
Final Thoughts
The Jefferey A. Hawk Memorial Stakes promises to be an exciting race with a mix of seasoned and promising contenders. With significant prize money on the line, it will be interesting to see which horse comes out on top.
