Belmont Oaks
The Belmont Oaks is a Grade 1 stakes race held annually at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York and is run over a distance of 1 1/4 miles (10 furlongs) on turf.
Please note: the 2025 Belmont Oaks will be held at Belmont At The Big A in Elmont, New York due to ongoing renovations at Belmont Park.
The 2025 Belmont Oaks has a purse of $500,000 and will take place on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Scroll down for details on this year's horses, odds, results and more.
Belmont Oaks Information
| Date | Saturday, 5 July 2025 |
| Post Time | Approx. TBA |
| Racetrack | Belmont At The Big A |
| Distance | 1 1/4 miles (10 furlongs) |
| Conditions | 3 Year Old Fillies + Set Weights |
| Status | Grade 1 Stakes |
| Purse | $500,000 |
| Track Direction | Left-handed |
| Track Surface | Turf |
| 2024 Winner | Cinderella's Dream |
Belmont Oaks History
The Belmont Invitational Oaks, held at Belmont Park, is a major Grade 1 horse race for three-year-old fillies. It covers a distance of 1¼ miles on turf.
The Belmont Oaks became a Grade I race in 1999. It was previously known as the Garden City Stakes from 2007 to 2013 when it was run in September at 1+1⁄8 miles. From 1996–2006, it was called the Garden City Breeders' Cup, and the Rare Perfume before that.
It guarantees the winner entry into the Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Turf. The “Win and You're In” Breeders' Cup race.
Notable winners include Lady Eli in 2015 and Sistercharlie in 2018
This race is part of the Stars and Stripes Festival and offers a significant purse. It draws top competitors and has become a key event in summer racing, celebrated for its competitive field and historical significance.
Belmont Oaks Entries
View our horse racing entries section closer to the Belmont Oaks race day for details on each horse.
Fan Odds provides morning line and current odds, along with insights on each horse's past performance.
Belmont Oaks Past Performances
View our free past performances section closer to the Belmont Oaks race day for detailed insights on each horse, including their win, place and show strike rate percentag
Belmont Oaks 2025 Horses & Field
This year's Belmont Oaks horses, jockeys, trainers and field information will be provided closer to raceday:
In the meantime, you can view the 2024 field:
| No. | Horse | Trainer | Jockey | Barrier | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pin Up Betty | Michael Maker | Jose Lezcano | 1 | - |
| 2 | Dynamic Pricing | Chad Brown | Flavien Prat | 2 | - |
| 3 | Fun With Flags | Jerome Reynier | Manuel Franco | 3 | - |
| 4 | Buchu | Philip Bauer | Joel Rosario | 4 | - |
| 5 | Secret Satire | A M Balding | L Dettori | 5 | - |
| 6 | Segesta | Chad Brown | Irad Ortiz Jr | 6 | - |
| 7 | She Feels Pretty | Cherie Devaux | John Velazquez | 7 | - |
| 8 | Cinderella's Dream | C Appleby | W Buick | 8 | - |
| 9 | Sy B | Cherie Devaux | Tyler Gaffalione | 9 | - |
Belmont Oaks 2025 Favorites
This year's Belmont Oaks favorites will be listed below closer to the race.
Belmont Oaks 2025 Picks
When available – See this year's Belmont Oaks top picks below.
How To Bet On The Belmont Oaks
To start betting on the Belmont Oaks, follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Choose a Racebook
Start by choosing an online racebook. We recommend TwinSpires but there are other legal and registered racebooks available like TVG and FanDuel.
Step 2: Sign Up
Signing up with a racebook is easy: verify you're 18+, fill in your details, and you're set!
Step 3: Deposit Funds
After signing up with a racebook, add funds to your account using your card or an approved deposit method like PayPal. Remember to review the minimum deposit and any fees for your chosen deposit method.
Step 4: Place Your Bets
With funds now in your account, you're ready to bet. To learn about the various Belmont Oaks bet types available, keep reading below.
Bet Types For The Belmont Oaks
There are many ways to bet on the Belmont Oaks. You can place a bet to win or hedge your bets with an exacta, trifecta or superfecta.
You can split bet types for the Belmont Oaks into three different categories:
- Straight Bets (Win, Place & Show)
- Horizontal Bets (Parlay)
- Vertical Bets (Exotic)
Straight Bets
Straight bets are straightforward and ideal for newcomers or more casual horse racing fans.
| Bet Type | Explanation |
| Win | Your horse must win |
| Place | Your horse must finish first or second |
| Show | Your horse must finish first, second or third |
Horizontal Bets
Horizontal bets are parlay bets – to win, you must correctly select the winner of consecutive races.
| Bet Type | Explanation |
| Daily Double | Select the winning horse, two races in a row |
| Pick 3 | Select the winning horse, three races in a row |
| Pick 4 | Select the winning horse, four races in a row |
| Pick 5 | Select the winning horse, five races in a row |
| Pick 6 | Select the winning horse, six races in a row |
Vertical Bets
Vertical bets are exotic bets – to win, you must correctly select the finishing order of multiple horses in a single race.
| Bet Type | Explanation |
| Quinella | Select the horses that finish first and second, in any order |
| Exacta | Select the horses that finish first and second, in the correct order |
| Trifecta | Select the horses that finish first, second and third, in the correct order |
| Superfecta | Select the horses that finish first, second, third and fourth, in the correct order |
Belmont Oaks Past Winners
See a list of past winners for the Belmont Oaks since the year 2000 below.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Cinderella's Dream | William Buick | Charlie Appleby |
| 2023 | Aspen Grove (IRE) | Oisin Murphy | James Stack |
| 2022 | McKulick (GB) | Irad Ortiz Jr. | Chad Brown |
| 2021 | Santa Barbara (IRE) | Ryan Moore | Aidan O'Brien |
| 2020 | Magic Attitude | Javier Castellano | Arnaud Delacour |
| 2019 | Concrete Rose | Julien Leparoux | George R Arnold II |
| 2018 | Athena | Ryan Moore | Aidan O'Brien |
| 2017 | New Money Honey | Javier Castellano | Chad C. Brown |
| 2016 | Catch A Glimpse | Florent Geroux | Mark E. Casse |
| 2015 | Lady Eli | Irad Ortiz Jr. | Chad C. Brown |
| 2014 | Minorette | Joel Rosario | Chad C. Brown |
| 2013 | Alterite (FR) | John R. Velazquez | Chad C. Brown |
| 2012 | Samitar | Ramon Domínguez | Chad C. Brown |
| 2011 | Winter Memories | Javier Castellano | James J. Toner |
| 2010 | Check the Label | Ramon Domínguez | H. Graham Motion |
| 2009 | Miss World | Cornelio Velásquez | Christophe Clement |
| 2008 | Backseat Rhythm | Javier Castellano | Patrick L. Reynolds |
| 2007 | Alexander Tango | Shaun Bridgmohan | Tommy Stack |
| 2006 | Magnificent Song | Garrett Gomez | Todd A. Pletcher |
| 2005 | Luas Line | John Velazquez | David Wachman |
| 2004 | Lucifer's Stone | José A. Santos | Linda L. Rice |
| 2003 | Indy Five Hundred | Pat Day | Robert Barbara |
| 2002 | Wonder Again | Edgar Prado | James J. Toner |
| 2001 | Voodoo Dancer | Corey Nakatani | Christophe Clement |
| 2000 | Gaviola | Jerry D. Bailey | William H. Turner Jr. |
Belmont Oaks 2024 Results
See the full list of results for the 2024 Belmont Oaks below.
| Pos. | Horse (Post Pos) | Trainer | Jockey | Weight | Margin | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st |  8.Cinderella's Dream (8) T: C. Appleby J: W. Buick (121lbs) | C Appleby | W Buick | 121lbs | - | 4-1 |
2nd |  6.Segesta (6) T: C. Brown J: I. Ortiz (121lbs) | Chad Brown | Irad Ortiz Jr | 121lbs | - | 7-2 |
3rd |  7.She Feels Pretty (7) T: C. Devaux J: J. Velazquez (121lbs) | Cherie Devaux | John Velazquez | 121lbs | - | 5-2 |
4th |  1.Pin Up Betty (1) T: M. Maker J: J. Lezcano (121lbs) | Michael Maker | Jose Lezcano | 121lbs | - | 5-1 |
5th |  5.Secret Satire (5) T: A. M J: L. Dettori (121lbs) | A M Balding | L Dettori | 121lbs | - | 8-1 |
6th |  4.Buchu (4) T: P. Bauer J: J. Rosario (121lbs) | Philip Bauer | Joel Rosario | 121lbs | - | 5-1 |
7th |  2.Dynamic Pricing (2) T: C. Brown J: F. Prat (121lbs) | Chad Brown | Flavien Prat | 121lbs | - | 5-2 |
8th |  9.Sy B (9) T: C. Devaux J: T. Gaffalione (121lbs) | Cherie Devaux | Tyler Gaffalione | 121lbs | - | 2-1 |
9th |  3.Fun With Flags (3) T: J. Reynier J: M. Franco (121lbs) | Jerome Reynier | Manuel Franco | 121lbs | - | 10-1 |
Belmont Oaks 2024 Replay
See the full replay for the 2024 Belmont Oaks below.
How To Watch The Belmont Oaks
Racing fans keen to watch the Belmont Oaks have at least one of the options to choose from.
On Television
The Belmont Oaks will be broadcast live on at least one of Foxsports NBC, NBC Sports, and USA Network. You can also stream the race on the NBC Sports app (iOS & Android) or USA Network website.
Streaming Online
For those preferring to stream on a computer or mobile, Foxsports, NBC Sports, and the NBC Sports app offer live coverage. Peacock, NBC's streaming service will also have coverage of the race for a subscription fee.
Alternative Streaming Options
Streaming services like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV include NBC in their offerings. These platforms may offer free trials, potentially allowing viewers to watch the race without additional costs.
FanDuel
The Belmont Oaks and the rest of a stacked racecard will likely be shown exclusively on FanDuel TV, which will have a team of broadcasters on-site for coverage.
NYRA's Platforms
The New York Racing Association (NYRA) may provide live streaming through its official website or its app, NYRA Now. This can be a convenient option if you are looking to watch the race on a mobile device.
For International Fans
Viewers outside the United States can use a VPN to access the Belmont Oaks broadcast. A VPN connection to a US server, enables race fans anywhere to subscribe to US-based streaming services to watch the race live.
Tips For Watching The Belmont Oaks
- Make sure to check your local TV listings for the correct channel and time.
- If you're streaming online, ensure you have a stable internet connection to avoid any disruptions during the race.
- You can also listen to the race on the radio or through online streaming services like SiriusXM.
Belmont Oaks FAQs
Where is the Belmont Oaks Held?
The Belmont Oaks is usually held at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York.
However, the 2025 edition of the race will be held at Belmont At The Big A in Elmont, New York.
When is the Belmont Oaks 2025?
The Belmont Oaks race is scheduled for Saturday, July 5, 2025.
What Time is the Belmont Oaks?
The Belmont Oaks race time is scheduled for approximately TBA ET.
How Long is the Belmont Oaks?
The Belmont Oaks is usually run over a distance of 1 1/4 miles (10 furlongs)
How Many Horses are in the Belmont Oaks?
The field size for the Belmont Oaks can vary, but it generally accommodates up to 14 horses
What is the Purse for the Belmont Oaks?
This year’s Belmont Oaks purse is $500,000.
How Do You Bet on the Belmont Oaks?
To bet on the Belmont Oaks, simply choose a racebook, sign up, deposit your funds, and then place your bet once the deposit clears. For more details on bet types, see our Bet Types For The Belmont Oaks section above.
Who Won the Belmont Oaks in 2024?
Cinderella’s Dream won the Belmont Oaks in 2024. Cinderella’s Dream was trained by Charlie Appleby and jockeyed by William Buick.
Who Won the Belmont Oaks in 2023?
Aspen Rose won the Belmont Oaks in 2023. Aspen Rose was trained by James Stack and jockeyed by Oisin Murphy.