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Horses racing at Gulfstream Park on July 5, 2025 during the action-packed 11-race event

Purses Up to $75,000 on Offer at Gulfstream Park’s July 5 Race Day

Gulfstream Park gears up for a thrilling 11-race card on July 5, 2025, with action-packed contests for both seasoned runners and rising stars. With maiden races, claiming contests, and high-stakes events offering purses up to $75,000, fans can expect a spectacular day of racing from 12:50 PM onwards.

Thoroughbreds sprint from the starting gate at Saratoga Park during the July 4th race meeting.

11 Races, Major Stakes, and the Belmont Derby Await at Saratoga Park

Saratoga Park promises an exciting July 4th celebration with 11 thrilling races, headlined by the prestigious $750,000 Belmont Derby. Turf and dirt racing fans can expect high-stakes competition, top-class contenders, and international stars throughout the afternoon. With over $1 million in prize money up for grabs, Saratoga’s Independence Day race card offers world-class action for racing enthusiasts.

Here Comes Francis breezing at Gulfstream Park ahead of the Carry Back Stakes, July 2025

Gulfstream Park Carry Back Stakes: Can Here Comes Francis Stay Unbeaten?

All eyes will be on Here Comes Francis as the unbeaten colt tackles Friday’s $75,000 Carry Back Stakes at Gulfstream Park. Trained by Victor Barboza Jr., the promising three-year-old has impressed with back-to-back dominant wins and is tipped as the even-money favorite. The race could be a key prep for a Saratoga Grade 1 run later this summer.

Horses racing at Gulfstream Park with scenic backdrop and grandstand on July 4th, 2025

Gulfstream Park Kicks Off July 4th Celebrations with Nine Exciting Races

Gulfstream Park will celebrate July 4th, 2025, with an exciting nine-race card featuring competitive fields across turf and dirt. The day kicks off at 12:50 PM, with races for promising maidens, experienced campaigners, and state-bred fillies and mares. Highlights include a $75,000 contest for three-year-olds over seven furlongs and competitive allowance races with substantial purses.

Implementation heads the field for the 2025 Smile Sprint at Gulfstream Park

Smile Sprint 2025: Gulfstream’s Fastest Hit the Track, Can Implementation Deliver?

Gulfstream Park’s $75,000 Smile Sprint this Saturday promises high-speed action as Implementation looks to break his six-furlong drought. The versatile gelding leads a competitive field featuring stakes winners Shaq Diesel, Air Combat, and El Principito. Trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. sends out three contenders as his stable targets another stakes triumph.

Grand Mo the First preparing for the Soldier's Dancer Stakes 2025 at Gulfstream Park

Grand Mo the First, Kentucky Derby Runner, Back at Gulfstream for Soldier’s Dancer

Grand Mo the First is back on familiar ground this Saturday as he tackles the $75,000 Soldier’s Dancer at Gulfstream Park. Trained by Victor Barboza Jr., the versatile four-year-old returns to Tapeta, where he’s undefeated, after a strong runner-up effort last month. The colt, a Kentucky Derby alumnus and multiple graded-stakes performer, is the 9-5 morning-line favorite in a competitive field.

Horses competing at Fort Erie Race Track during Canada Day Live Racing 2025

Canada Day Celebrations with Six Exciting Races at Fort Erie Race Track

Fort Erie Race Track is set to celebrate Canada Day on July 1st, 2025, with six action-packed races and family entertainment. The event features competitive fields on both turf and dirt tracks, alongside a farmers’ market and free fun activities for all ages.

Aerial view of Eagle Farm Racecourse with horses racing under clear skies, capturing the vibrant atmosphere of the July 2, 2025, midweek raceday.

Eagle Farm July 2nd Raceday: Nine Races, Top Talent, and $40,000 Purses

Eagle Farm Racecourse is set to thrill racing fans with nine exciting contests on Wednesday, 2nd July 2025. The midweek raceday features top-class thoroughbreds, competitive fields, and prize pools up to $40,000, making it an action-packed afternoon of entertainment. Gates open at 11:15 AM, with the first race commencing at 11:58 AM.

Racehorses in action on the turf at Gulfstream Park during a summer race day

Two-Year-Old Debuts and Turf Showdowns Headline Gulfstream Park June 29 Races

Gulfstream Park promises a thrilling 10-race program on June 29, 2025, starting at 12:50 PM. With a mix of maiden, claiming, and allowance races on both dirt and turf, the day features competitive fields and lucrative prize purses. Two-year-olds, seasoned runners, and turf specialists will all have their moment as fans enjoy quality racing action at one of Florida’s premier tracks.

Great Venezuela galloping on Gulfstream Park’s Tapeta surface during a morning workout ahead of the Portofino Bay Handicap

Gulfstream Park Weekend Features Portofino Bay Handicap and Massive Rainbow 6 Jackpot

Great Venezuela headlines Saturday’s Portofino Bay Handicap at Gulfstream Park, bringing her exceptional consistency back to the Tapeta surface. With a mandatory payout looming for Sunday’s Rainbow 6 wager, which could hit $1.25 million, the weekend promises top-tier racing and massive betting opportunities. Also in the spotlight is Mrs. Gambolini, who will challenge Great Venezuela in the 5½-furlong feature.

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Purses Up to $75,000 on Offer at Gulfstream Park’s July 5 Race Day

11 Races, Major Stakes, and the Belmont Derby Await at Saratoga Park

Gulfstream Park Carry Back Stakes: Can Here Comes Francis Stay Unbeaten?

Gulfstream Park Kicks Off July 4th Celebrations with Nine Exciting Races

Grand Mo the First, Kentucky Derby Runner, Back at Gulfstream for Soldier’s Dancer

Canada Day Celebrations with Six Exciting Races at Fort Erie Race Track

Eagle Farm July 2nd Raceday: Nine Races, Top Talent, and $40,000 Purses

Two-Year-Old Debuts and Turf Showdowns Headline Gulfstream Park June 29 Races

Gulfstream Park Weekend Features Portofino Bay Handicap and Massive Rainbow 6 Jackpot

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