Ozark Stakes
Oscar’s Hope secured a 1 1/2-length victory in the $150,000 Ozark Stakes for 3-year-old sprinters at Oaklawn on Monday. The horse, ridden by Luis Saez, denied trainer Mark Casse a stakes win as the favorite Ewing finished sixth after a poor start. This sprint race marked a strong return for Oscar’s Hope following a distant finish in the Smarty Jones Stakes.
Reported by AI
Daily Racing Form handicapper Mary Rampellini has shared her predictions for the 11-race card at Oaklawn Park on Monday, February 16, 2026. The special holiday program features the Ozark Stakes with Grade 2 winner Ewing returning in the ninth race. Her best bet is Conway in the 11th race.