What is the Diana Stakes Handicap?
The Diana Stakes is a prestigious Grade 1 horse race held annually at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York. It is open to fillies and mares aged three years and older and is run over a distance of 1 1/8 miles on the turf. The event is known for attracting top-tier female turf horses from across the country.
When is the Diana Stakes in 2024?
The Diana Stakes will take place on July 13, 2024. This mid-summer event is a highlight of the racing calendar at Saratoga Race Course, drawing significant attention from both horse racing enthusiasts and those interested in online horse betting.
Diana Stakes Winners
Notable winners of the Diana Stakes include superstar mares like Sistercharlie, who won the race in 2018 and 2019, and Forever Together, who triumphed in 2008. These horses have left a lasting legacy in the world of thoroughbred racing.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Whitebeam (GB) | Flavien Prat | Chad C. Brown | Juddmonte | 1:48.14 |
| 2023 | Whitebeam | Flavien Prat | Chad Brown | Juddmonte | 1:48.33 |
| 2022 | In Italian (GB) | Joel Rosario | Chad Brown | Peter M. Brant | 1:45.06 |
| 2021 | Althiqa | Manny Franco | Charlie Appleby | Godolphin | 1:47.65 |
| 2020 | Rushing Fall | Javier Castellano | Chad Brown | Five Racing Thoroughbredsr | 1:45.88 |
The Diana Stakes has a rich history, having been inaugurated in 1939. Named after the Roman goddess Diana, the race has evolved over the years, becoming one of the premier turf races for fillies and mares in the United States.
Several legendary trainers have seen success in the Diana Stakes, including Chad Brown, who has dominated the race in recent years with multiple victories. Trainers like Bill Mott and Todd Pletcher have also had significant success in the race.
