Santa Anita’s Classic Meet will feature 90 stakes races, including 53 graded events, and will run from December 26 to June 16, followed by the 29-day Hollywood Meet starting on April 19 and highlighted by three Grade I stakes on Memorial Day.
‣ Santa Anita’s Classic Meet begins on Dec. 26 with 90 stakes races scheduled for 78 race days
‣ The meet will feature 10 Grade I races, including the $400,000 Santa Anita Handicap and the $750,000 Santa Anita Derby
‣ The Hollywood Meet will begin on Apr. 19, featuring three Grade I, $300,000 stakes on Memorial Day
Exciting news for horse racing enthusiasts: Santa Anita’s Classic Meet is set to kick off on December 26th with a trio of Grade I events worth $300,000 each. This includes the Malibu S., La Brea S., and American Oaks, with a total of 90 stakes races scheduled for 78 race days. Among these, 53 are graded events, including 10 Grade I races, such as the Santa Anita H. on March 2nd and the Santa Anita Derby on April 6th.
Moreover, Santa Anita will also present the Frank E. Kilroe Mile, DK Horse San Felipe S., and Buena Vista S. Alongside the Santa Anita Derby on April 6th, there will be races for 3-year-old fillies and older fillies and mares, with prize money ranging from $100,000 to $300,000. In addition, 16 stakes races will be restricted to state-bred horses, running on California Cup Day and California Gold Rush Day.
Following the Santa Anita Derby, there will be a brief pause before the start of the 29-day Hollywood Meet on April 19th. This event will feature three Grade I, $300,000 stakes on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th, including the Gamely S., Shoemaker Mile, and Hollywood Gold Cup. Overall, it looks like an action-packed season for horse racing fans and competitors alike.
So, if you’re a horse racing fan, Santa Anita’s Classic Meet is definitely not one to miss. With a lineup of top-quality horses and impressive prize money, it’s sure to be an exhilarating experience for all involved. Whether you’re a seasoned racing enthusiast or a newcomer to the sport, the meet offers something for everyone to enjoy. Save the dates and get ready for some thrilling races!
