Metropolitan Handicap
The Metropolitan Handicap is a Grade 1 stakes race held annually at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York and is run over a distance of 1 1mile (8 furlongs).
Please note: the 2025 Metropolitan Handicap will be held at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York due to ongoing renovations at Belmont Park.
The 2025 Metropolitan Handicap 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.
Metropolitan Handicap Information
| Date | Saturday, 7 June 2025 |
| Post Time | TBA |
| Racetrack | Saratoga Race Course |
| Distance | 1 mile (8 furlongs) |
| Conditions | 3 Year Old Thoroughbreds & Upwards + Handicap |
| Status | Grade 1 Stakes |
| Purse | $1,000,000 |
| Track Direction | Left-handed |
| Track Surface | Dirt |
| 2024 Winner | National Treasure |
Metropolitan Handicap History
The Metropolitan Handicap, commonly known as the Met Mile, started in 1891 and is a premier horse racing event for three-year-olds and older.
Originally hosted at Morris Park, it moved to Belmont Park in 1904, though it has been held at Aqueduct during certain periods.
The race spans one mile on dirt and serves as a critical competition, often featuring top older horses and promising three-year-olds.
Noteworthy champions include Forego and Ghostzapper, and more recently, Frosted, who won in 2016.
Metropolitan Handicap Entries
View our horse racing entries section for the Metropolitan Handicap closer to the race for details on each horse.
Fan Odds provides morning line and current odds, along with insights on each horse's past performance.
Metropolitan Handicap Past Performances
View our free past performances section for detailed insights on each horse, including their win, place and show strike rate percentages.
Metropolitan Handicap 2025 Horses & Field
This year's Metropolitan Handicap horses, jockeys, trainers and field information below closer to the race:
In the meantime, you can view the 2024 field.
| No. | Horse | Trainer | Jockey | Barrier | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Castle Chaos | Robert Falcone | Dylan Davis | 1 | - |
| 2 | National Treasure | Bob Baffert | Flavien Prat | 2 | - |
| 3 | Post Time | Brittany Russell | Sheldon Russell | 3 | - |
| 4 | Blazing Sevens | Chad Brown | Manuel Franco | 4 | - |
| 5 | Hoist The Gold | Dallas Stewart | John Velazquez | 5 | - |
| 6 | White Abarrio | Jr Richard Dutrow, | Irad Ortiz Jr | 6 | - |
Metropolitan Handicap 2025 Favorites
This year's Metropolitan Handicap favorites will be listed below closer to the race.
Metropolitan Handicap 2025 Picks
When available – See this year's Metropolitan Handicap top picks below.
How To Bet On The Metropolitan Handicap
To start betting on the Metropolitan Handicap, 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 Metropolitan Handicap bet types available, keep reading below.
Bet Types For The Metropolitan Handicap
There are many ways to bet on the Metropolitan Handicap. You can place a bet to win or hedge your bets with an exacta, trifecta or superfecta.
You can split bet types for the Metropolitan Handicap 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 |
Metropolitan Handicap Past Winners
See a list of past winners for the Metropolitan Handicap since the year 2000 below.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | National Treasure | Flavien Prat | Bob Baffert |
| 2023 | Cody's Wish | Junior Alvarado | William I. Mott |
| 2022 | Flightline | Flavien Prat | John W. Sadler |
| 2021 | Silver State | Ricardo Santana Jr. | Steve Asmussen |
| 2020 | Vekoma | Javier Castellano | George Weaver |
| 2019 | Mitole | Ricardo Santana Jr. | Steven M. Asmussen |
| 2018 | Bee Jersey | Ricardo Santana Jr. | Steven M. Asmussen |
| 2017 | Mor Spirit | Mike E. Smith | Bob Baffert |
| 2016 | Frosted | Joel Rosario | Kiaran McLaughlin |
| 2015 | Honor Code | Javier Castellano | Shug McGaughey |
| 2014 | Palace Malice | John Velazquez | Todd Pletcher |
| 2013 | Sahara Sky | Joel Rosario | Jerry Hollendorfer |
| 2012 | Shackleford | John Velazquez | Dale Romans |
| 2011 | Tizway | Rajiv Maragh | H. James Bond |
| 2010 | Quality Road | John Velazquez | Todd Pletcher |
| 2009 | Bribon | Alan Garcia | Rob Ribaudo |
| 2008 | Divine Park | Alan Garcia | Kiaran McLaughlin |
| 2007 | Corinthian | Kent Desormeaux | James A. Jerkens |
| 2006 | Silver Train | Edgar Prado | Richard E. Dutrow Jr. |
| 2005 | Ghostzapper | Javier Castellano | Robert J. Frankel |
| 2004 | Pico Central | Alex Solis | Paulo Lobo |
| 2003 | Aldebaran | Jerry D. Bailey | Robert J. Frankel |
| 2002 | Swept Overboard | Jorge F. Chavez | Craig Dollase |
| 2001 | Exciting Story | Patrick Husbands | Mark E. Casse |
| 2000 | Yankee Victor | Heberto Castillo Jr. | Carlos Morales |
Metropolitan Handicap 2024 Results
See the full list of results for the 2024 Metropolitan Handicap below.
| Pos. | Horse (Post Pos) | Trainer | Jockey | Weight | Margin | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st |  2.National Treasure (2) T: B. Baffert J: F. Prat (125lbs) | Bob Baffert | Flavien Prat | 125lbs | - | 8-5 |
2nd |  3.Post Time (3) T: B. Russell J: S. Russell (120lbs) | Brittany Russell | Sheldon Russell | 120lbs | - | 7-2 |
3rd |  5.Hoist The Gold (5) T: D. Stewart J: J. Velazquez (120lbs) | Dallas Stewart | John Velazquez | 120lbs | - | 3-1 |
4th |  1.Castle Chaos (1) T: R. Falcone J: D. Davis (118lbs) | Robert Falcone | Dylan Davis | 118lbs | - | 3-1 |
5th |  6.White Abarrio (6) T: J. Richard J: I. Ortiz (126lbs) | Jr Richard Dutrow, | Irad Ortiz Jr | 126lbs | - | 1-5 |
6th |  4.Blazing Sevens (4) T: C. Brown J: M. Franco (122lbs) | Chad Brown | Manuel Franco | 122lbs | - | 7-2 |
Metropolitan Handicap 2024 Replay
See the full replay for the 2024 Metropolitan Handicap below.
How To Watch The Metropolitan Handicap
Racing fans keen to watch the Metropolitan Handicap have several viewing options to choose from.
On Television
The Metropolitan Handicap 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 Metropolitan Handicap 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 Metropolitan Handicap
- 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.
Metropolitan Handicap FAQs
Where is the Metropolitan Handicap Held?
The Metropolitan Handicap 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 Metropolitan Handicap 2025?
The Metropolitan Handicap race is scheduled for Saturday, June 7, 2025.
What Time is the Metropolitan Handicap?
The Metropolitan Handicap race time is scheduled for approximately TBA ET.
How Long is the Metropolitan Handicap?
The Metropolitan Handicap is usually run over a distance of 1 mile (8 furlongs).
How Many Horses are in the Metropolitan Handicap?
The Metropolitan Handicap field is typically limited to 14 horses.
What is the Purse for the Metropolitan Handicap?
This year’s Metropolitan Handicap purse is $1,000,000.
How Do You Bet on the Metropolitan Handicap?
To bet on the Metropolitan Handicap, 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 Metropolitan Handicap section above.
Who Won the Metropolitan Handicap in 2024?
National Treasure won the Metropolitan Handicap in 2024. National Treasure was trained by Bob Baffert and jockeyed by Flavien Prat.
Who Won the Metropolitan Handicap in 2023?
Cody’s Wish won the Metropolitan Handicap in 2023. Cody’s Wish was trained by William I. Mott and jockeyed by Junior Alvarado.