LIVE American Pharoah and Champagne Stakes 2025: Odds, picks, horse racing news, and more
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Napoleon Solo wins the Champagne Stakes at Aqueduct. (Photo by Coglianese Photo)
The Road to the Kentucky Derby Continues: American Pharoah and Champagne Stakes Headline Major Racing Card
The Road to the Kentucky Derby intensifies tonight with the running of the American Pharoah Stakes and the Champagne Stakes. These two key races headline an action-packed evening that also features additional qualifying races for both the Kentucky Derby and the Kentucky Oaks, as well as several Breeders' Cup "Win and You're In" tilts.
Racing analysts anticipate a highly competitive card with significant implications for Breeders' Cup weekend and potentially the Kentucky Derby and Oaks. We will provide LIVE odds, including full analysis of the American Pharoah and Champagne Stakes entries, as well as expert picks leading up to post time.
Stay with us throughout the day for comprehensive coverage, including race results, replays, and payouts from all the major action. Don't miss a minute of this pivotal night on the racing calendar.
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This weekend's horse racing Q&A
Champagne Post Times
When is the Champagne Stakes?
The Champagne Stakes is at 3:20 PM EST.
| Race | Time |
| Discovery Stakes | 12:41 PM |
| Jockey Club Derby Invitational Stakes (G2) | 1:43 PM |
| Frizette Stakes (G1) | 2:49 PM |
| Champagne Stakes (G1) | 3:20 PM |
| Miss Grillo Stakes (G2) | 3:51 PM |
American Pharoah Stakes Post Times
When is the American Pharoah Stakes?
Post time for the American Pharoah Stakes is at 5:00 PM EST.
| Race | Time |
| Chilingworth S. (G3) | 4:30 PM |
| American Pharoah S. (G1) | 5:00 PM |
| Rodeo Drive S. (G2) | 7:30 PM |
| Oak Leaf S. (G2) | 8:00 PM |
| Speakeasy S. | 8:30 PM |
Breeders' Futurity Post Times
When is the Breeders' Futurity?
The Breeders' Futurity post time is 5:16 PM.
| Race | Time |
| Woodford Stakes (G2) | 3:40 PM |
| Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes (G2) | 4:12 PM |
| First Lady Stakes (G1) | 4:44 PM |
| Breeders' Futurity Stakes (G1) | 5:16 PM |
| Turf Mile Stakes (G1) | 5:48 PM |
2025 Champagne Stakes Entries and Odds
2025 American Pharoah Entries and Odds
2025 Breeders' Futurity Entries and Odds
2025 Champagne Stakes Results
Who won the 2025 Champagne Stakes?
Winner: Napoleon Solo
2025 American Pharoah Results
Who won the 2025 American Pharoah?
Winner: Intrepido
2025 Breeders' Futurity Results
Who won the 2025 Breeders' Futurity?
Winner: Ted Noffey
Where is the Breeders' Cup 2025?
The Breeders' Cup 2025 will be at Del Mar this year beginning on November 31 through October 1 for the the major Breeders' Cup races.
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Where can I find the full field, odds, and analysis of the Champagne Stakes?
You can find the full field, odds, and expert analysis of the Champagne Stakes with TwinSpires. Check out all our related content to help guide you to your best bet for the Champagne Stakes.
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What other major races are this weekend besides the Champagne Stakes?
There is plenty of racing action beyond the much anticipated Champagne Stakes. Here are some races to look forward to:
Aqueduct
| Race | Time |
| Discovery Stakes | 12:41 PM |
| Jockey Club Derby Invitational Stakes (G2) | 1:43 PM |
| Frizette Stakes (G1) | 2:49 PM |
| Champagne Stakes (G1) | 3:20 PM |
| Miss Grillo Stakes (G2) | 3:51 PM |
Santa Anita
| Race | Time |
| Chilingworth S. (G3) | 4:30 PM |
| American Pharoah S. (G1) | 5:00 PM |
| Rodeo Drive S. (G2) | 7:30 PM |
| Oak Leaf S. (G2) | 8:00 PM |
| Speakeasy S. | 8:30 PM |
Keeneland
| Race | Time |
| Woodford Stakes (G2) | 3:40 PM |
| Thoroughbred Club of America Stakes (G2) | 4:12 PM |
| First Lady Stakes (G1) | 4:44 PM |
| Breeders' Futurity Stakes (G1) | 5:16 PM |
| Turf Mile Stakes (G1) | 5:48 PM |
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