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2025 Whitney Stakes Morning Line Odds & Entries
Official race entries and morning line odds are listed below:
| Post | Horse | Jockey / Trainer | ML Odds |
|---|
1 | Magnitude | Jose Ortiz / Steve Asmussen | 9/5 |
2 | Nitrogen | John Velazquez / Mark Casse | 4/1 |
3 | Antiquarian | Manny Franco / Todd Pletcher | 10/1 |
4 | Forged Steel | Micah Husbands / Saffie Joseph, Jr. | SCR |
5 | White Abarrio | Irad Ortiz, Jr. / Saffie Joseph, Jr. | 8/1 |
6 | Sovereignty | Junior Alvarado / Bill Mott | 3/1 |
7 | Tiztastic | Tyler Gaffalione / Steve Asmussen | 30/1 |
8 | Baeza | Flavien Prat / Bill Mott | 7/2 |
2025 Whitney Stakes Results
| Post | Horse | Jockey / Trainer | Win / Place / Show |
|---|
6 | Sovereignty | Junior Alvarado / William I. Mott | $6.52 / $4.10 / $3.22 |
2 | Nitrogen | John R. Velazquez / Mark E. Casse | $5.80 / $4.24 |
3 | Antiquarian | Manuel Franco / Todd A. Pletcher | $5.14 |
8 | Baeza | Flavien Prat / William I. Mott | |
7 | Tiztastic | Tyler Gaffalione / Steven M. Asmussen | |
1 | Magnitude | Jose L. Ortiz / Steven M. Asmussen | |
5 | White Abarrio | Micah J. Husbands / Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. |
Exotic Payouts:
- $1.00 Exacta (5-3) Paid: $27.50
- $0.50 Trifecta (5-3-6) Paid: $127.50
- $0.10 Superfecta (5-3-6-7) Paid: $133.90
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Whitney Stakes Race History
Formerly known as the Whitney Handicap, the Whitney Stakes is a Grade 1 stakes horse race run each year at the Saratoga Race Course. It ranks alongside the Kentucky Derby as the top Grade 1 race in the US and has attracted some of the greatest horses in history. Notable winners include Equipoise (1932), Discovery (1934-36), War Admiral (1938), Eight Thirty (1939), Devil Diver (1944), Stymie (1946), Tom Fool (1953), Kelso (1961, 1963, 1965), Dr. Fager (1968), Key to the Mint (1972), Ancient Title (1975), Alydar (1978), Slew o' Gold (1984), Easy Goer (1989), and Invasor (2006). In 1963, the race featured one of the most shocking upsets when Secretariat was defeated by Onion.
Since 2007, the winner has earned a spot in the Breeders' Cup Classic as part of the Breeders' Cup Challenge Series.
Whitney Stakes Past Winners
| Year | Winner | Jockey / Trainer | Distance / Time |
|---|
2026 | Sovereignty | Junior Alvarado / William I. Mott | 1 1⁄8 M / 1:47.91 |
2025 | Sierra Leone | Flavien Prat / Chad C. Brown | 1 1⁄8 M / 1:48.92 |
2024 | Arthur's Ride | Junior Alvarado / William I. Mott | 1 1⁄8 M / 1:48.54 |
2023 | White Abarrio | Irad Ortiz, Jr. / Richard E. Dutrow | 1 1⁄8 M / 1:48.45 |
2022 | Life Is Good | Irad Ortiz, Jr. / Todd A. Pletcher | 1 1⁄8 M / 1:48.97 |
2021 | Knicks Go | Joel Rosario / Brad H. Cox | 1 1⁄8 M / 1:47.70 |
2020 | Improbable | Irad Ortiz Jr. / Bob Baffert | 1 1⁄8 M / 1:48.65 |
2019 | McKinzie | Mike E. Smith / Bob Baffert | 1 1⁄8 M / 1:47.10 |
2018 | Diversify | Irad Ortiz Jr. / Richard Violette Jr. | 1 1⁄8 M / 1:49.62 |
2017 | Gun Runner | Florent Geroux / Steve Asmussen | 1 1⁄8 M / 1:47.71 |
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FAQs: Everything You Need to Know About Whitney Stakes
Below you will find answers to common questions about this top race at Saratoga, including where to find entries, how to check results and odds, and which horses have won in the past. Whether you are betting for the first time or following the season closely, this guide will help you stay informed.
Where can I see Whitney Stakes entries?
You can view full Whitney Stakes entries on TwinSpires once they are announced. Entries usually become available a few days before the race and include the names of horses, jockeys, trainers, and post positions.
How can I find Whitney Stakes results?
Live results and payouts for the Whitney Stakes are posted on TwinSpires shortly after the race ends. You can also watch race replays and review full charts to see how each horse finished.
What are the current Whitney Stakes odds?
Odds for Whitney Stakes are available on race week and update frequently as betting begins. TwinSpires offers live odds, morning line prices, and expert picks to help you make informed bets.
Who are some past winners of the Whitney Stakes?
Past winners of Whitney Stakes include some of the best racehorses in the world, like Knicks Go, Gun Runner, and Frosted. You can view a full list of past winners, along with race times and margins, right here on this page.
How do I bet on the Whitney Stakes?
Betting on the Whitney Stakes is easy with TwinSpires. Simply log into your account, browse the entries and odds, and place your win, place, show, or exotic bets. New users can also access special offers and tips.
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