Belterra Park in Cincinnati will buzz with energy on 19th September, as a late-night eight-race card runs under lights from 10:05 PM through 1:35 AM. Though this fixture doesn’t appear to be a headline stakes event, the mood will be special — night racing, cooler air, and a chance for emerging horses and consistent performers to shine when the spotlight is on. It’s a night of opportunity on the turf and dirt, where every race could see someone stepping up.
Belterra Claiming Race 1 (10:05pm, 4½f)
The night starts with a fast-paced opener, where 3-yr-olds and up thoroughbreds like IMTAKINITTOTHEBANK, CENTRIFUGAL FORCE and JABRAN will try to seize early advantage, while K W CAPTAIN HOOK, CELTIC MISCHIEF and SAY IT AIN’T SO may lurk for a late run. A lively start to wake up the night crowd. Prize Money: $9500
Belterra Claiming Race 2 (10:35pm, 1mile)
The second race promises more action as thoroughbreds aged 3 and up like CANA GRIS, OCHO’S SECRET and LITTLE MUSIC look to maintain momentum, with YEHAWMEMAW, LONIE MO and MARKET OF STOCKS potentially turning on the heat in the closing furlongs. Prize Money: $8500
Belterra Claiming Race 3 (11:05pm, 1mile)
Halfway through the opening part of the card, this contest should test speed and stamina, with FIXITWITHFORWARD, REDHILL and NICE SHOT DOUG trying to dominate early and SKY KEY, LYLA’S LUCKY BOY and EGYPTIAN QUEST hoping for a late surge under lights. Prize Money: $8500
Belterra Maiden Special Weight Race 4 (11:35pm, 5½f)
With the night settling in, the fourth race features a competitive field of horses aged 3-6 where WILD ROVER LADY, BETTER HAVE CASH and NOT THIS GAL may set the pace, but LEMON YEA and SEVEN EMMYS could upset expectations with a strong finish. Prize Money: $14000
Belterra Maiden Claiming Race 5 (12:05pm, 5f)
Race five should draw attention, as horses aged 3-6 like OPTIMISTIC INCOME, STATE PARK and COCKTAILS N DREAMS eye a strong performance, and RANCHO, ATOMIC SNOW and CAN OF CORN will be keen to close the gap and make their presence felt. Prize Money: $11500
Belterra Claiming Race 6 (12:35pm, 6f)
The sixth brings more intensity as another line up of thoroughbreds aged 3 and up like GOT ZIP, BLAZING TONY and DOUBLE AGENT might lead, but MR. BALI, CANNON MAN and C V JERSEY BEE could challenge hard in the final strides as legs begin to feel the night’s length. Prize Money: $17900
Belterra Allowance Race 7 (1:05am, 6f)
As the card nears midnight, this race will test both resolve and speed, with R CLIFFHANGER, SILVER IS A GIFT and PLAYFULASITGETS aiming for late glory, while BUCKEYE MIKE, DYNAMIC GIFT and MERGER may surprise if they conserve energy early. Prize Money: $22800
Belterra Claiming Race 8 (1:35am, 1mile)
The final race closes out the meeting, giving another group of thoroughbreds aged 3 and up like SCIENCE, DEL MO, MAJOR SPARKS and AUTHORITARIAN one last chance under the lights, while STITZY, BREAKWATER, CASANOVA KITTEN and BULLSEYE BUN look to finish strong and leave the crowd with something to talk about. Prize Money: $9500
As the lamps glow low and the last horse crosses the line, Belterra’s night meeting on September 19 promises more than just races — it offers a chance to see talent emerge, stories written in the quiet hours, and racing at its atmospheric best. Even without a stakes label, under the lights anything can happen, and tonight could well be one of those evenings where unexpected heroes shine.
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