As October settles over Arcadia, Santa Anita Park is set to host an electrifying Saturday race card on October 18, 2025. The track promises a full day of action across dirt and turf, showcasing emerging juveniles, seasoned fillies, mares and competitive older runners. With every race bringing its own storyline of speed, stamina and tactical skill, fans can anticipate a day of closely fought contests and dramatic finishes under clear autumn skies.
The card opens with a mile-long test for three-year-olds and up who have started for a price of $34,000. Night Out is expected to assert early presence, but Prince of Del Mar and Call Me Sir promise to keep the pace honest with Blamethegoodtimes looking to deliver a late surge. Volatile Storm and American Glory (GB) complete a diverse field poised for a competitive mile.
The sprinting action kicks off with six furlongs for California-bred or sired fillies and mares in a maiden special weight contest over a Purse of $60,000. Timekeeper’s Charm is likely to press forward with Bebop Lady and Sexy Blue in pursuit. Green Zone may dictate early fractions while Joyful Mischief and My Sister Lilly bring late firepower to the stretch.
A six-furlong claiming event for fillies and mares follows for $34,000 prize money. Don’t Ju Forget is expected to take early command with Shangrilama (IRE) and Tam’s Little Angel positioned to challenge in the middle stages. Elegant Sway and Ready Jet Go are capable of adding late drama to this competitive sprint.
Next, a 5 1/2-furlong claiming race for fillies and mares provides a platform for young sprinters to showcase early speed for $18,000. Lil’ Boom Boom and Petite Ange are likely to animate the stretch while Lena Lindgard and West Side Okie will attempt to stay in contention.
The afternoon continues with a mile-long maiden special weight for two-year-old fillies for $60,000 purse. Druliner and Nancy Two Point O are poised for early prominence with Coyote Cafe and Humidity stalking patiently to challenge late.
A six-furlong event for two-year-olds for a purse of $36,000, follow up next creating hype amongst the audience. Saul Elliott sets the early pace amongst a nine contender card while Opus Uno and Stay for the Boom could make decisive late moves. Marcos Performance and Very Quiet may also shape the early positioning to keep this youthful sprint tight.
The card moves to a mile-long maiden claiming race for three- to five-year-olds with a purse of $33,000.  In a terrific nine contender contest, Lorenzo Bernini and Sweet Odyssey are expected to feature prominently from the gate while Both Sides of Bad and Empire’s Classic could provide late stretch challenges. Watch for breathtaking performances and amazing finishes.
A six-furlong maiden claiming race for fillies and mares offers emerging sprinters a chance to shine for $20,000 purse. Tiger Fire and Ride Elbow Ranch may set a lively pace with Moonlit Courage and Surf Star shaping up to produce an exciting finish amongst the 10 notable runners for the quest. Expect great sprint amongst the glorious race course by the maidens in this special contest.
The stakes race at one mile for three-year-olds and up who have not won a sweepstakes of $60,000 or more starts. With a total purse of $80,000, contenders like St Anthony is expected to hold early control while Endlessly and Goliad look ready to press late. Watsonville provides further depth in a competitive field that promises a thrilling mile-long test. This seven contest card will hook the fans till the last.
The final race of the day is a six-furlong allowance optional claiming for California-bred or sired fillies and mares for total purse of $61,000. Christel Clean may seek early positioning while Stay in Line and Lady Gregory could produce decisive late moves. In the Air Tonight and Darlin Tami round out a full-field finale with speed and technique. In this 11 contender card all the eyes will be on the winner who closes the day and walk through the gates of victory.
Santa Anita Park on October 18 promises a full spectrum of racing excitement, blending young talent, seasoned competitors and tactical battles across the dirt and turf courses. Fans will witness the emergence of future stars while enjoying the vibrant fall racing atmosphere that has made the track a highlight of the American racing calendar.
The race day will end with glorious finishes keeping fans hungry for another amazing day of breath taking performances on 19th October at Santa Anita Park Racecourse.
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