The Futurity Trophy Stakes is a Group 1 turf race for two-year-olds, run over one mile at Doncaster Racecourse in England. Formerly known as the Racing Post Trophy, it is one of the most important juvenile races in Europe and is included on the European/Middle East Road to the Kentucky Derby.
The Futurity Trophy Stakes for the 2025 Kentucky Derby qualification cycle is scheduled for October 24. As one of the final major two-year-old races of the season, it can play a role in shaping the early international leaderboard.
The Futurity Trophy has a long history of producing elite-level performers, including multiple Classic winners. Its mile distance and competitive fields often highlight juveniles with both class and stamina potential.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hawk Mountain | Ronan Whelan | Aidan O'Brien | 1:43.85 |
| 2024 | Hotazhell | Shane Foley | Mrs. John “Jessica” Harrington | 1:41.95 |
| 2023 | Ancient Wisdom | William Buick | Charlie Appleby | 1:46.45 |
| 2022 | Auguste Rodin | Ryan Moore | Aidan O'Brien | 1:44.76 |
| 2021 | Luxembourg | Ryan Moore | Aidan O'Brien | 1:43.61 |
| 2020 | Mac Swiney | Kevin Manning | James S. Bolger | 1:41.98 |
As part of the Road to the Kentucky Derby, the Futurity Trophy contributes international qualifying points. It helps identify horses capable of progressing into major three-year-old campaigns.
For online stakes betting, this race is particularly valuable because it tests young horses at a classic distance, often revealing which runners can settle, handle pressure, and finish strongly against high-quality competition.
