Kentucky Oaks

Undefeated filly Bella Ballerina leads the nominations for the 152nd running of the Grade 1, $1.5 million Kentucky Oaks, set for May 1, 2026, at Churchill Downs. The three-year-old earned her status with wins in the Golden Rod Stakes and Rachel Alexandra Stakes. Labwah has risen to second on the leaderboard after a dominant victory in the UAE Oaks.

February 08, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Zany maintained her unbeaten streak with a victory in the $125,000 Suncoast Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs. The three-year-old filly, trained by Todd Pletcher, earned 20 qualifying points for the Kentucky Oaks. Owner Mike Repole praised her as a special talent.