The Grade 1 Stephen Foster Stakes at Ellis Park promises an exhilarating day of racing. With a $1 million prize purse and a field of eight talented contenders, this 1 1/8-mile dirt race is the highlight of the program. Let’s explore my top three picks for this prestigious event: Proxy, Rattle N Roll, and Last Samurai.
Proxy: As the favorite with morning line odds of 4-1, Proxy boasts a solid 7.71 rating from Horse Racing Nation. With recent victories in the Grade 2 Oaklawn Handicap and impressive performances at Santa Anita Park, this five-year-old horse has demonstrated his competitiveness. Trained by Michael Stidham and ridden by Joel Rosario, Proxy is a strong contender from the No. 1 gate.
