What is the Natalma Stakes?
The Natalma Stakes is a prestigious Grade 1 horse race held annually at Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto, Canada. Named after Natalma, the dam of the legendary sire Northern Dancer, this race is a key event for two-year-old fillies on turf.
When is the Natalma Stakes in 2025?
The 2025 Natalma Stakes is scheduled to take place on September 13th.
Natalma Stakes Winners
Notable winners of the Natalma Stakes include Diablo's Story, who won in 1996, and Catch a Glimpse, who took the title in 2015. These winners have often gone on to achieve further success in their racing careers.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | And One More Time | Rafael Hernandez | Mark Casse | Live Oak Plantation | 1:33.99 |
| 2023 | She Feels Pretty | John R. Velazquez | Cherie DeVaux | Lael Stables | 1:35.34 |
| 2022 | Last Call | Rafael Manuel Hernandez | Kevin Attard | SF Racing LLC & X-Men Racing LLC | 1:36.49 |
| 2021 | Wild Beauty (GB) | Frankie Dettori | Charlie Appleby | Godolphin | 1:35.08 |
| 2020 | Lady Speightspeare | Emma-Jayne Wilson | Roger Attfield | Charles E. Fipke | 1:34.61 |
The Natalma Stakes is crucial because it serves as a Breeders' Cup Challenge Series race, granting the winner an automatic entry into the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf. This makes the race highly competitive and attracts top talent, enhancing its relevance in the world of horse racing and online horse betting.
