Robert B. Lewis Stakes

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Robert B. Lewis Stakes

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  • Grade: listed race for 2-year-old thoroughbreds
  • Distance: 8 Furlongs
  • Track: Dirt
  • Purse:$400,000

What are the Robert B. Lewis Stakes?

The Robert B. Lewis Stakes is a Grade III horse race held annually at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California. It is contested by 3-year-old Thoroughbreds over a distance of 1 1/16 miles and serves as a key prep race for the Kentucky Derby.

Named after prominent racehorse owner Robert B. Lewis, the event often draws horses with strong Kentucky Derby aspirations. It's a significant race in early spring, offering valuable Kentucky Derby qualification points and attracting attention in online horse betting markets.

When do the Robert B. Lewis Stakes take place?

The Robert B. Lewis Stakes will take place on February 1st, 2025. Traditionally scheduled during the first week of the month, it makes it an early contender in the Kentucky Derby prep season and a popular event for online horse betting enthusiasts.

Robert B. Lewis Stakes Winners

Over the years, several notable horses have triumphed in the Robert B. Lewis Stakes, particularly older winners who have made a mark in racing history. Among them, Ferdinand, who won in 1986 and later secured the Kentucky Derby title, stands out as a legendary figure.

Other notable winners include Pioneerof the Nile (2009), who would go on to sire the 2015 Triple Crown winner American Pharoah, and I'll Have Another, who captured the race in 2012 before winning the Derby. More recently, Medina Spirit, trained by Bob Baffert, won in 2021, though his legacy became complicated due to post-race controversies.

Year Winner Jockey Trainer Owner Time
2025 TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD
2024 Nysos Flavien Prat Bob Baffert Baoma Corp 1:36.65
2023 Newgate Frankie Dettori Bob Baffert SF Racing LLC, Starlight Racing, Madaket Stables LLC, Stonestreet Stables, Schoenfarber, Jay A., Waves Edge Capital & Catherine Donovan 1:43.11
2022 Messier John R. Velazquez Bob Baffert SF Racing, Starlight Racing, & Madaket Stables 1:42.89
2021 Medina Spirit Abel Cedillo Bob Baffert Zedan Racing Stables 1:46.26
2020 Thousand Words Flavien Prat Bob Baffert Albaugh Family Stables and Spendthrift Farm 1:43.64

The Robert B. Lewis Stakes is part of the Road to the Kentucky Derby, offering qualifying points to the top finishers. Horses that win or place in this race often move on to other key prep races, building momentum toward the Kentucky Derby. For fans and bettors, the race is an early opportunity to assess potential Derby contenders, making it a popular focus in online horse betting strategies.

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