What is the Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes?
The Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes is a prestigious Grade 2 horse race for fillies and mares, three years old and up. The race is run over a distance of six furlongs on the dirt track at Keeneland Racecourse in Lexington, Kentucky.
When is the Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes in 2024?
The Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes are scheduled for October 5, 2024. This event is a significant date for those interested in online horse betting as it is part of the Breeder's Cup Challenger Series.
Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes Winners
Some notable winners of the Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes include Groupie Doll, who won the race in 2012 and 2013, and Informed Decision, who triumphed in 2009. These champions have gone on to achieve further success, highlighting the race's quality and competitive nature.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Zeitlos | Jose L. Ortiz | Steven M. Asmussen | Stonestreet Stables LLC and Leidel, Peter | 1:09.52 |
| 2023 | Yuugiri | Flavien Prat | Rodolphe Brisset | Yoshihara, Tsunebumi and Sekie | |
| 2022 | Slammed | Florent Geroux | Todd W. Fincher | Brad King, Suzanne Kirby & Barbara M Coleman | 1:10.03 |
| 2021 | Bell's the One | Corey Lanerie | Neil Pessin | Lothenbach Stables | 1:08.63 |
| 2020 | Inthemidstofbiz | Martin Garcia | Cipriano Contreras | Contreras Stable & Andrew Knapczyk | 1:09.84 |
The Champagne Stakes is part of the Breeders' Cup "Win and You're In" Challenge Series. This means that the winner of the Champagne Stakes earns an automatic berth to the Breeder's Cup Juvenile, one of the most anticipated races of the year. This adds a layer of excitement and significance to the event, attracting bettors who are keen on following the path to the Breeder's Cup.
