Today's Races
2025 Fourstardave Stakes Morning Line Odds
Official race entries and morning line odds are listed below:
| PP | HORSE | JOCKEY / TRAINER | ML ODDS |
|---|
1 | Cugino (KY) | I Ortiz, Jr. / C R McGaughey III | 10-1 |
2 | My Boy Prince (ON) | J L Ortiz / M E Casse | 15-1 |
3 | Johannes (KY) | U Rispoli / T Yakteen | 5-2 |
4 | Think Big (KY) | L Saez / M Stidham | 6-1 |
5 | Win for the Money (KY) | D Davis / M E Casse | 8-1 |
6 | Intellect (FR) | F Prat / C C Brown | 5-1 |
7 | Spirit of St Louis (NY) | M Franco / C C Brown | 6-1 |
8 | Deterministic (KY) | K Carmouche / M Clement | 9-2 |
9 | Lagynos (KY) | J Rosario / S M Asmussen | 20-1 |
10 | Neat (KY) | J Alvarado / R Atras | 20-1 |
2025 Fourstardave Stakes Results
Official race results and payouts are listed below:
| POST | HORSE | JOCKEY / TRAINER | WIN / PLACE / SHOW |
|---|
8 | Deterministic | Kendrick Carmouche / Miguel Clement | $11.20 / $6.70 / $4.90 |
6 | Intellect (FR) | Flavien Prat / Chad C. Brown | $8.70 / $6.10 |
5 | Win for the Money | Dylan Davis / Mark E. Casse | $11.60 |
2 | My Boy Prince | Jose L. Ortiz / Mark E. Casse | |
4 | Think Big | Luis Saez / Michael Stidham | |
1 | Cugino | Irad Ortiz, Jr. / Claude R. McGaughey III | |
9 | Lagynos | Joel Rosario / Steven M. Asmussen | |
7 | Spirit of St Louis | Manuel Franco / Chad C. Brown | |
3 | Johannes | Umberto Rispoli / Tim Yakteen | |
10 | Neat | Junior Alvarado / Rob Atras |
Exotic Payouts:
- $1.00 Exacta (8-6) Paid: $52.75
- $0.50 Trifecta (8-6-5) Paid: $338.75
- $0.10 Superfecta (8-6-5-2) Paid: $519.45
Watch the 2025 Fourstardave Stakes
Fourstardave History
The Fourstardave Stakes originated in 1985 as the Daryl’s Joy Stakes, named after the New Zealand champion who had distinguished himself domestically before competing in the U.S. It was contested at 1&1/16 miles on Saratoga’s turf and quickly became a staple on the opening day of the Spa’s August meet. Early editions produced surprise winners and future stars—1989 Gilbert Lukas trainee Steinlen split division winners before claiming the Breeders’ Cup Mile later that year.
Honoring a Legend: Fourstardave
The turning point came in 1995, when the NYRA renamed the race to honor Fourstardave, a New York‑bred gelding who famously won at least one race at Saratoga each year from 1987 through 1994, earning the nickname “The Sultan of Saratoga.” He had captured the Daryl’s Joy twice (1990–91), cementing his legacy on the lawn before retiring in 1995 and being immortalized with the race’s renaming in 1996.
Rise to Grade I Prominence
Initially a Grade III event, the Fourstardave Handicap ascended through the ranks: upgraded to Grade II in 2000, then elevated to Grade I status in 2016. In 2012, the distance was shortened to exactly one mile, modernizing its format to match international turf milers. From 1998 through 2024, it retained handicap conditions, reverting in 2025 to stakes conditions with allowances.
Champions That Defined the Race
Over the years, the Fourstardave has been a proving ground for elite turf talent. Wise Dan (2012–13) won back-to-back editions and went on to capture consecutive Breeders’ Cup Miles, earning Horse of the Year honors both seasons. Canadian-bred Seek Again set a Saratoga course record when breaking through in 2014, while Got Stormy became the first mare ever to win the race—first in 2019 in record time and again in 2021. The 1996 winner Da Hoss later replicated Wise Dan’s pattern, claiming two Breeders’ Cup Mile titles after his Fourstardave success.
Fourstardave’s Enduring Legacy
Named for a horse who embodied consistency, courage, and fan devotion, the Fourstardave Stakes remains one of Saratoga’s most prestigious turf races. Its blend of historic resonance and elite competition makes it a true highlight of the summer meet—and a “Win and You’re In” berth for the Breeders’ Cup Mile for recent champions.
Fourstardave Stakes Historical Results
| Year | Winner | Jockey / Trainer | Distance / Time |
|---|
2025 | Deterministic | Kendrick Carmouche / Miguel Clement | 1 M / 1:33.87 |
2024 | Carl Spackler (IRE) | Tyler Gaffalione / Chad C. Brown | 1 M / 1:36.63 |
2023 | Casa Creed | Luis Saez / William I. Mott | 1 M / 1:34.20 |
2022 | Casa Creed | Luis Saez / William I. Mott | 1 M / 1:34.20 |
2021 | Got Stormy | Tyler Gaffalione / Mark E. Casse | 1 M / 1:33.09 |
2020 | Halladay | Luis Saez / Todd Pletcher | 1 M / 1:33.32 |
2019 | Got Stormy | Ricardo Santana Jr. / Mark E. Casse | 1 M / 1:32.00 |
2018 | Voodoo Song | Jose Lezcano / Linda L. Rice | 1 M / 1:35.96 |
2017 | World Approval | Manuel Franco / Mark E. Casse | 1 M / 1:37.65 |
2016 | Tourist | Joel Rosario / William I. Mott | 1 M / 1:34.29 |
Showing 1 to 10 of 43 entries
TWINSPIRES HORSE RACING BETTING, ODDS & LIVE VIDEO
TwinSpires Horse Racing is a leading destination for legal wagering in the United States. TwinSpires' parent company, Churchill Downs — the home of the Kentucky Derby — has a 148-year history and has been a leader in betting since 1875.
The premier online betting experience of TwinSpires caters to several exciting industries, offering advance-deposit wagering for horse racing, live track video signals and more. It also offers mobile apps and easy-to-use desktop experiences that are always being improved.
TwinSpires strives to support racing fans of all levels; longtime racing fans, sharps, newcomers, and veterans alike. TwinSpires also benefits bettors with data-driven insights and rich offerings of educational content, handicapping, picks, analysis editorial, and strategies through all platforms.
Discover our offerings in global horse racing from the North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia! Whether you are seeking free picks and offers for today's horse racing, expert insight, or the variety of strategies involved with handicapping, we have you covered. Check out race tracks near you, now!