What is the Alcibiades Stakes?
The Alcibiades Stakes is a premier Grade 1 horse race for two-year-old fillies. Named after Hal Price Headley's prized mare, Alcibiades, this race is an essential event on the fall racing calendar, serving as a key prep race for the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies.
When is the Alcibiades Stakes in 2025?
The 2025 Alcibiades Stakes is scheduled to take place on October 3rd. This Grade 1 race for two-year-old fillies is held annually at Keeneland Racecourse in Lexington, Kentucky.
Alcibiades Stakes Winners
Notable winners of the Alcibiades Stakes include Dancing Rags (2016), Peace and War (2014), and Negligee (2009). These horses have gone on to achieve significant success in their racing careers, making the Alcibiades Stakes a critical indicator of future champions.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Immersive | Manuel Franco | Brad H. Cox | Godolphin, LLC | 1:44.64 |
| 2023 | Candied | Luis Saez | Todd A. Pletcher | Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners | 1:44.17 |
| 2022 | Wonder Wheel | Tyler Gaffalione | Mark E. Casse | D.J. Stable LLC | 1:45.17 |
| 2021 | JuJu's Map | Florent Geroux | Brad H. Cox | Albaugh Family Stables | 1:43.52 |
| 2020 | Simply Ravishing | Luis Saez | Kenneth McPeek | Harold Lerner LLC, Magdalena Racing (Sherri McPeek), Nehoc Stables (Jack Cohen) | 1:43.58 |
The Alcibiades Stakes is not only a prestigious race in its own right but also a Breeders' Cup Challenge Series event. This means that the winner of the race secures an automatic entry into the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies. This added incentive attracts top-caliber competitors, making the race a focal point for online horse betting enthusiasts. Bettors can closely follow the action to identify promising fillies who might perform well in the Breeders' Cup.
