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2026 Bluegrass Stakes (G1)
Held over 1 1/8 miles, the Bluegrass Stakes is a key prep race for the Kentucky Derby (G1), awarding 100 points to the winner, and offering points on a 50-25-15-10 basis to the top four finishers. The race provides a significant opportunity for three-year-olds to earn their spot in the starting gate for the Kentucky Derby, making it one of the most prestigious races on the Road to the Derby.
Racing Information
- Date: April 4, 2026.
- Distance: 1 1/8 miles
- Points: 100-50-25-15-10
- Purse: $1,000,000
- Racetrack: Keeneland
- Open to: Three-year-olds
2026 Blue Grass Stakes Odds
| # | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | M/L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Talkin | J Rosario | D Gargan | 10/1 | |
| 2 | Class President | J R Velazquez | T A Pletcher | 7/2 | |
| 3 | Great White | A Achard | J Ennis | 15/1 | |
| 4 | Reagan's Honor | J L Ortiz | C DeVaux | 5/2 | |
| 5 | Creole Chrome | T Gaffalione | J Sharp | 8/1 | |
| 6 | Further Ado | I Ortiz, Jr. | B H Cox | 8/5 | |
| 7 | Ocelli | J D Ramos | D Beckman | 30/1 | |
| 8 | Moonstrocity | J E Morelos | J M Antonucci | 30/1 | |
| 9 | Ottinho | F Prat | C C Brown | 20/1 |
The Bluegrass Stakes, a Grade 1 race, is held annually at Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, Kentucky. Known for its rich history and strong connection to the Kentucky Derby, the race has been a proving ground for future Kentucky Derby contenders. With a prestigious field of three-year-old colts and geldings, the Bluegrass Stakes is a key event in the lead-up to the Run for the Roses.
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