Manhattan Stakes
The Manhattan Stakes 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)
Please note: the 2025 Manhattan Stakes will be held at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York due to ongoing renovations at Belmont Park.
The 2025 Manhattan Stakes has a purse of $1,000,000 and will take place on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Scroll down for details on this year's horses, odds, results and more.
Manhattan Stakes Information
| Date | Saturday, 7 June 2025 |
| Post Time | TBA |
| Racetrack | Saratoga Race Course |
| Distance | 1+1⁄4 miles (10 furlongs) |
| Conditions | Four-year-olds & up + Handicap |
| Status | Grade 1 Stakes |
| Purse | $700,000 |
| Track Direction | Left-handed |
| Track Surface | Turf |
| 2024 Winner | Measured Time |
Manhattan Stakes History
The Manhattan Stakes began in 1867 at Jerome Park, originally run on dirt. In 1895, the race transitioned to Morris Park, where it continued to attract top competitors until 1904.
In 1905, the race moved to Belmont Park and transitioned to turf. Over the years, it has been contested at various distances and surfaces, finally settling at 1 1/4 miles on turf since 1970. In 1991, the Manhattan Stakes became a part of the Belmont Stakes weekend, adding to its prominence.
Notable horses such as Round Table, Gio Ponti, and Flintshire have claimed victory in this race. Initially a handicap race, it switched to allowance conditions in 2014.
This race has witnessed many memorable moments and remains a significant fixture in American horse racing.
Manhattan Stakes Entries
View our horse racing entries closer to the Manhattan Stakes raceday for details on each horse.
Fan Odds provides morning line and current odds, along with insights on each horse's past performance.
Manhattan Stakes Past Performances
View our free past performances section for detailed insights on each Mahhatan Stakes horse closer to the race, including their win, place, and show strike rate percentages.
Manhattan Stakes 2025 Horses & Field
This year's Manhattan Stakes horses, jockeys, trainers and field information will be provided below closer to the race.
In the meantime, you can view the 2024 field.
| No. | Horse | Trainer | Jockey | Barrier | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I'm Very Busy | Chad Brown | Irad Ortiz Jr | 1 | - |
| 2 | Ohana Honor | III Claude McGaughey | Kendrick Carmouche | 2 | - |
| 4 | Strong Quality | Mark Casse | Florent Geroux | 4 | - |
| 5 | Program Trading | Chad Brown | Flavien Prat | 5 | - |
| 6 | Al Riffa | Joseph O Brien | John Velazquez | 6 | - |
| 7 | Nations Pride | C Appleby | L Dettori | 7 | - |
| 8 | Far Bridge | Christophe Clement | Jose Ortiz | 8 | - |
| 9 | Measured Time | C Appleby | W Buick | 9 | - |
| 3 | Kertez | Christophe Clement | Joel Rosario | 3 | - |
Manhattan Stakes 2025 Favorites
This year's Manhattan Stakes favorites will be listed below closer to the race.
Manhattan Stakes 2025 Picks
When available – See this year's Manhattan Stakes top picks below.
How To Bet On The Manhattan Stakes
To start betting on the Manhattan Stakes, 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 Manhattan Stakes bet types available, keep reading below.
Bet Types For The Manhattan Stakes
There are many ways to bet on the Manhattan Stakes. You can place a bet to win or hedge your bets with an exacta, trifecta or superfecta.
You can split bet types for the Manhattan Stakes 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 |
Manhattan Stakes Past Winners
See a list of past winners for the Manhattan Stakes since the year 2000 below.
| YEAR | HORSE | TRAINER | JOCKEY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Measured Time | William Buick | Charlie Appleby |
| 2023 | Up to the Mark | Todd Pletcher | Irad Ortiz, Jr. |
| 2022 | Tribhuvan | Chad C. Brown | Manuel Franco |
| 2021 | Domestic Spending | Chad C. Brown | Flavien Prat |
| 2020 | Instilled Regard | Chad C. Brown | Irad Ortiz, Jr. |
| 2019 | Bricks and Mortar | Chad C. Brown | Irad Ortiz, Jr |
| 2018 | Spring Quality | H. Graham Motion | Edgar S. Prado |
| 2017 | Ascend | H. Graham Motion | Jose L. Ortiz |
| 2016 | Flintshire | Chad Brown | Javier Castellano |
| 2015 | Slumber | Chad Brown | Irad Ortiz Jr. |
| 2014 | Real Solution | Chad C. Brown | Javier Castellano |
| 2013 | Point of Entry | Claude R. McGaughey III | John R. Velazquez |
| 2012 | Desert Blanc (GB) | Chad C. Brown | Ramon A. Dominguez |
| 2011 | Mission Approved | Naipaul Chatterpaul | Jose L. Espinoza |
| 2010 | Winchester | Christophe Clement | Cornelio Velasquez |
| 2009 | Gio Ponti | Christophe Clement | Garrett Gomez |
| 2008 | Dancing Forever | Claude McGaughey III | Rene Douglas |
| 2007 | Better Talk Now | Graham Motion | Ramon Dominguez |
| 2006 | Cacique (IRE) | Robert J. Frankel | Edgar Prado |
| 2005 | Good Reward | Claude McGaughey III | Jerry Bailey |
| 2004 | Meteor Storm (GB) | Wallace Dollase | Jose Valdivia, Jr. |
| 2003 | Denon | Robert Frankel | Jerry Bailey |
| 2002 | Beat Hollow (GB) | Robert Frankel | Alex Solis |
| 2001 | Forbidden Apple | Christophe Clement | Corey Nakatani |
| 2000 | Manndar (IRE) | C. Beau Greely | Corey Nakatani |
Manhattan Stakes 2024 Results
See the full list of results for the 2024 Manhattan Stakes below.
| Pos. | Horse (Post Pos) | Trainer | Jockey | Weight | Margin | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st |  9.Measured Time (9) T: C. Appleby J: W. Buick (123lbs) | C Appleby | W Buick | 123lbs | - | 8-13 |
2nd |  7.Nations Pride (7) T: C. Appleby J: L. Dettori (123lbs) | C Appleby | L Dettori | 123lbs | - | 8-5 |
3rd |  2.Ohana Honor (2) T: I. Claude J: K. Carmouche (118lbs) | III Claude McGaughey | Kendrick Carmouche | 118lbs | - | 7-2 |
3rd |  8.Far Bridge (8) T: C. Clement J: J. Ortiz (123lbs) | Christophe Clement | Jose Ortiz | 123lbs | - | 6-1 |
5th |  5.Program Trading (5) T: C. Brown J: F. Prat (123lbs) | Chad Brown | Flavien Prat | 123lbs | - | 5-2 |
6th |  6.Al Riffa (6) T: J. O J: J. Velazquez (118lbs) | Joseph O Brien | John Velazquez | 118lbs | - | 15-1 |
7th |  1.I'm Very Busy (1) T: C. Brown J: I. Ortiz (122lbs) | Chad Brown | Irad Ortiz Jr | 122lbs | - | 9-2 |
8th |  4.Strong Quality (4) T: M. Casse J: F. Geroux (118lbs) | Mark Casse | Florent Geroux | 118lbs | - | 15-1 |
 3.Kertez (3) T: C. Clement J: J. Rosario (122lbs) | Christophe Clement | Joel Rosario | 122lbs | - | 20-1 |
Manhattan Stakes 2024 Replay
See the full replay for the 2024 Manhattan Stakes below.
How To Watch The Manhattan Stakes
Racing fans keen to watch the Manhattan Stakes have several viewing options to choose from.
On Television
The Manhattan Stakes will be broadcast live on 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, 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.
For International Fans
Viewers outside the United States can use a VPN to access the Manhattan Stakes 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 Manhattan Stakes
- 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.
Manhattan Stakes FAQs
Where is the Manhattan Stakes Held?
The Manhattan Stakes is usually held at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York.
However, the 2025 edition of the race will be held at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York.
When is the Manhattan Stakes 20245?
The Manhattan Stakes race is scheduled for Saturday, June 7, 2025.
What Time is the Manhattan Stakes?
The Manhattan Stakes race time is scheduled for approximately TBA ET.
How Long is the Manhattan Stakes?
The Manhattan Stakes is usually run over a distance of 1+1⁄4 miles (10 furlongs).
How Many Horses are in the Manhattan Stakes?
The Manhattan Stakes field is usually limited to 12-14 horses.
What is the Purse for the Manhattan Stakes?
This year’s Manhattan Stakes purse is $750,000.
How Do You Bet on the Manhattan Stakes?
To bet on the Manhattan Stakes, 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 Manhattan Stakes section above.
Who Won the Manhattan Stakes in 2024?
Measured Time won the Manhattan Stakes in 2024. Measured Time was trained by Charley Appleby and jockeyed by William Buick.
Who Won the Manhattan Stakes in 2023?
Up To The Mark won the Manhattan Stakes in 2023. Arcangelo was trained by Todd Pletcher and jockeyed by Irad Ortiz, Jr.