Meet the Contenders: Jerome Stakes 2026

My World wins the Nashua Stakes at Belmont at the A. (Photo by Coglianese Photo)

Meet the horses running in the 2026 Jerome S. at Aqueduct. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential. The star rating of 1 to 5 represents the opportunity to perform well. Be sure to follow these contenders by adding them to your stable alerts.

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#1 Enforced Agenda ***

Pro: Pulled off a 23-1 surprise on debut, but pedigree suggests he could be useful.

Con: Concedes experience facing winners; needs to quicken.

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#2 Freedom’s Echo *

Pro: Set slow pace, won by 11 lengths second out.

Con: Was facing little in that Parx maiden claimer; doubt he can repeat.

My World wins the Nashua Stakes at Belmont at the A. (Photo by Coglianese Photo)

#3 My World ****

Pro: Enters on two-race win streak, including decisive Nashua score.

Con: Not much depth to that stakes triumph, and the speed rating was light.

Balboa (Photo by Benoit Photo)

#4 Balboa ****

Pro: Respectable third in 9f Remsen (G2); shortening up a huge plus.

Con: Even a mile might be a furlong too far if pressured early.

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