The Alabama Stakes, a prestigious race for 3-year-old fillies, has a rich history dating back to 1872 at the Saratoga Race Course. Over the years, the race has seen legendary winners such as Malathaat, Swiss Skydiver, and Songbird, cementing its status as a key event in Thoroughbred racing.
This year, the 2025 Alabama Stakes features a competitive field of six fillies vying to join the ranks of past champions. Among the contenders are Good Cheer, the Kentucky Oaks winner, and La Cara, a multiple Grade 1 victor. These top fillies are poised to make their mark in the annals of racing history.
The Alabama Stakes, presented by Keeneland Sales, will be broadcast nationwide on FOX as part of NYRA’s “Saratoga Live” series. This coverage will showcase the thrilling action as these talented fillies compete over 1 ¼ miles at Saratoga Race Course.
One of the contenders, Margie’s Intention, enters the race with solid form, having shown consistency and high performance levels in recent outings. Trained by Brad Cox and ridden by Irad Ortiz Jr., Margie’s Intention will look to elevate her game against the toughest competition she has faced to date.
Good Cheer, owned by Godolphin, is another standout in the field. With an impressive record of seven wins in eight starts, including a triumph in the prestigious Kentucky Oaks, Good Cheer aims to bounce back from her first career defeat in the Acorn Stakes and reaffirm her status as a top filly.
Kinzie Queen, under the guidance of trainer Greg Compton, brings a strong closing style to the race. Despite facing tough competition in previous outings, Kinzie Queen will look to make her presence felt in the Alabama Stakes and secure her first stakes victory.
Nitrogen, a standout turf filly, will transition to dirt for the Alabama Stakes. Trained by Mark Casse and ridden by Jose Ortiz, Nitrogen boasts impressive speed figures and tactical speed, making her a formidable contender in this field of talented fillies.
Queen Azteca, hailing from Sweden, adds an international flair to the race. With a record of success overseas, Queen Azteca faces a new challenge on American soil as she takes on a field of elite U.S.-based fillies in the Alabama Stakes.
Finally, La Cara, a front-running filly with Grade 1 victories to her name, presents a formidable challenge to her rivals. Trained by Mark Casse and ridden by Dylan Davis, La Cara excels when allowed to control the pace and will be a strong contender in the 1 ¼-mile test.
As these talented fillies line up for the 2025 Alabama Stakes, the stage is set for a thrilling and competitive race that will add another chapter to the storied history of this prestigious event.
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