What is the Ack Ack Stakes?
The Ack Ack Stakes is a Grade 3 Thoroughbred horse race held annually at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Named after the Hall of Fame racehorse Ack Ack, this race is open to horses aged three and older and is contested over a distance of one mile on dirt.
When is the Ack Ack Stakes in 2026?
The Ack Ack Stakes is scheduled to take place on September 29th. This date is ideal for bettors interested in online horse betting, as it falls during a busy period for horse racing events.
Ack Ack Stakes Winners
Notable winners of the Ack Ack Stakes include Twilight Road (2002), Pants On Fire (2013), and Mr. Money (2020). These horses have gone on to achieve significant success in other prestigious races.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Tumbarumba | Tyler Gaffalione | Brian A. Lynch | Wathnan Racing | 1:35.44 |
| 2024 | Three Technique | Rafael Bejarano | Jason Cook | Eric Grindley, David E. Miller, Howard F. Preuss & John Werner | 1:35.32 |
| 2023 | Zozos | Florent Geroux | Brad E. Cox | Barry & Joni Butzow | 1:35.32 |
| 2022 | Senor Buscador | Francisco Arrieta | Todd W. Fincher | Joe R. Peacock Jr | 1:34.60 |
| 2021 | Plainsman | Joel Rosario | Brad H. Cox | Shortleaf Stable | 1:33.85 |
| 2020 | Mr. Money | Gabriel Saez | W. Bret Calhoun | Allied Racing Stable & Spendthrift Farm | 1:34.85 |
