Razorback Handicap Explained

Class:Grade III
Horse Race:Razorback Handicap
Location:Oaklawn Park Race Track
Hot Springs, Arkansas
Inaugurated:1960
Race Type:Thoroughbred - Flat racing
Website:Oaklawn Park
Distance: miles
Surface:Dirt
Track:Left-handed
Qualification:Four years old and older
Weight:Assigned
Purse:$600,000 (since 2021)

The Razorback Handicap is a Grade III American Thoroughbred horse race for four-year-olds and older at a distance of one and one-sixteenth miles on the dirt run annually in February at Oaklawn Park Race Track in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The event currently offers a purse of $600,000.

History

The event was inaugurated on 20 February 1960 as a $3,200 allowance race over the sprinting distance of furlongs and was won by Cyrob in a time of 1:05.80. The next season the race was scheduled later in March with an increased purse and distance of one mile and seventy yards thus becoming a natural preparatory race for the track's signature event for older horses - the Oaklawn Handicap which is held in April. The first horse to perform the double feat was Swift Ruler in 1966. That year Swift Ruler set a new track and stakes record for the Razorback winning in a time of 1:39.

In 1968 the event was run in split divisions.[1] The winner of the second division, Barb's Delight had finished second in the 1967 Kentucky Derby[2] The following year the distance of the event was increased to miles.[1]

In 1978 the event was upgraded to Grade III.[3]

Other notable winners of the event include Cox's Ridge in 1978 and 1981 winner Temperence Hill who resumed after being crowned the 1980 United States Champion Three-Year-Old Colt.The 1989 winner, Allen E. Paulson's Blushing John went onto be crowned United States Champion Older Male Horse. The 2017 United States Champion Older Male Horse Gun Runner began his championship campaign with an emphatic length victory as the 1/5on favorite.[4]

Between 2005 and 2008, the Breeders' Cup sponsored the event which reflected in the name of the event.[3]

Records

Speed record:

Largest Winning Margin:

Most wins by a jockey:

Most wins by a trainer:

Most wins by an owner:

Razorback Handicap  - Oaklawn Handicap double:

Winners

YearWinnerAgeJockeyTrainerOwnerDistanceTimePurseGradeRef
align=center 2024Octane align=center 5Julien LeparouxJuan AlvaradoArindelalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.57align=center $600,000align=center III[5]
align=center 2023Last Samurai align=center 5Cristian TorresD. Wayne LukasStonestreet Thoroughbred Holdings align=center milesalign=center 1:42.19align=center $600,000align=center III[6]
align=center 2022Plainsman align=center 7Joel RosarioBrad H. CoxShortleaf Stable align=center milesalign=center 1:43.79align=center $600,000align=center III[7]
align=center 2021Mystic Guide align=center 4Luis SaezMichael StidhamGodolphin Racingalign=center milesalign=center 1:44.33align=center $600,000align=center III[8]
align=center 2020Warrior's Chargealign=center 4Florent GerouxBrad H. CoxTen Strike Racing & Madaket Stablesalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.00align=center $500,000align=center III[9]
align=center 2019Coal Frontalign=center 5John R. VelazquezTodd A. PletcherRobert V. LaPenta & Head of Plains Partners align=center milesalign=center 1:43.45align=center $500,000align=center III[10]
align=center 2018Hawaakomalign=center 8Corey J. LanerieWesley E. HawleyStephan H. Smoot & Wesley E. Hawleyalign=center milesalign=center 1:45.14align=center $500,000align=center III[11]
align=center 2017Gun Runneralign=center 4Florent GerouxSteven M. AsmussenWinchell Thoroughbreds & Three Chimneys Farmalign=center milesalign=center 1:40.97align=center $500,000align=center III[12]
align=center 2016Upstartalign=center 4Joe Bravoalign=center milesalign=center 1:44.12align=center $350,000align=center III[13]
align=center 2015Race Dayalign=center 4John R. VelazquezTodd A. PletcherMatthew Scheraalign=center milesalign=center 1:44.88align=center $250,000align=center III[14]
align=center 2014Golden Ladalign=center 4Jose LezcanoTodd A. PletcherE. Paul Robsham Stables align=center milesalign=center 1:43.72align=center $200,000align=center III[15]
align=center 2013Cyber Secretalign=center 4Robby AlbaradoLynn S. WhitingCharles J. Cellaalign=center milesalign=center 1:44.80align=center $150,000align=center III[16]
align=center 2012Alternationalign=center 4Luis S. QuinonezPin Oak Stablealign=center milesalign=center 1:43.50align=center $125,000align=center III[17]
align=center 2011It Happened Againalign=center 5Michael BazeSteven M. AsmussenMaggi Mossalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.58align=center $125,000align=center III[18]
align=center 2010† Spotsgonealign=center 7Jon CourtWilliam H. FiresRobert Yagosalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.83align=center $150,000align=center III[19]
align=center 2009Let It Rockalign=center 4Terry J. ThompsonJudi A. HicklinHicklin Farms & Tom Gregersonalign=center milesalign=center 1:44.18align=center $120,000align=center III[20]
align=center 2008Jonesboroalign=center 6Calvin H. BorelRandy L. MorseMichael Langfordalign=center milesalign=center 1:44.21align=center $149,000align=center III[21]
align=center 2007Magna Graduatealign=center 5John R. VelazquezTodd A. PletcherElisabeth H. Alexanderalign=center milesalign=center 1:44.17align=center $150,000align=center III[22]
align=center 2006Purimalign=center 4Robby AlbaradoThomas F. ProctorEdward Joseph Sukleyalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.77align=center $150,000align=center III[23]
align=center 2005Added Edgealign=center 5Luis S. QuinonezDale L. RomansTeam Valor Stables & Robert J. Wilsonalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.88align=center $125,000align=center III[24]
align=center 2004Sonic Westalign=center 5Willie MartinezThomas L. Van BergStone Spirealign=center milesalign=center 1:43.56align=center $100,000align=center III[25]
align=center 2003Colorful Touralign=center 4Luis S. QuinonezP. Noel HickeyIrish Acres Farm (P. Noel Hickey)align=center milesalign=center 1:43.53align=center $100,000align=center III[26]
align=center 2002Mr Rossalign=center 7Donald R. PettingerDonnie K. Von HemelDon C. McNeillalign=center milesalign=center 1:44.13align=center $100,000align=center III[27]
align=center 2001Mr Rossalign=center 6Donald R. PettingerDonnie K. Von HemelDon C. McNeillalign=center milesalign=center 1:42.60align=center $125,000align=center III[28]
align=center 2000Well Notedalign=center 5Timothy T. DoocyRandy L. MorseRobert S. Mitchell Trustalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.21align=center $125,000align=center III[29]
align=center 1999Desert Airalign=center 4Corey J. LanerieMichael StidhamMount Brilliant Stable align=center milesalign=center 1:44.75align=center $125,000align=center III[30]
align=center 1998Brush With Pridealign=center 6Timothy T. DoocySteve HobbyBarbara R. & John E. Smicklasalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.55align=center $125,000align=center III[31]
align=center 1997align=center 5Robert Neal LesterDonnie K. Von HemelE. J. Dullea Partnershipalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.38align=center $150,000align=center III[32]
align=center 1996Juliannusalign=center 7Robby AlbaradoAlbert Stall Jr.Francis Foret, Joe Gee, David Hulkewicz & Robert Wilenskyalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.37align=center $150,000align=center II[33]
align=center 1995Silver Goblinalign=center 4Dale W. CordovaKenny P. SmithAl J. Hortonalign=center milesalign=center 1:42.79align=center $200,000align=center II[34]
align=center 1994Prize Fightalign=center 5Patrick A. JohnsonJames O. KeeferL. William Heiligbrodt, Ted Keefer & Walter Newalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.70align=center $150,000align=center II[35]
align=center 1993Lil E. Teealign=center 4Pat DayLynn S. WhitingW. Cal Parteealign=center milesalign=center 1:41.55align=center $150,000align=center II[36]
align=center 1992Tokateealign=center 6Garrett K. GomezRon McAnallyMarie D Jonesalign=center milesalign=center 1:42.87align=center $150,000align=center II[37]
align=center 1991Bedeviledalign=center 4Donald Lee HowardJack Van BergJohn A. Franksalign=center milesalign=center 1:42.50align=center $150,000align=center II[38]
align=center 1990Opening Versealign=center 4Pat DayRichard J. LundyAllen E. Paulsonalign=center milesalign=center 1:41.40align=center $150,000align=center II[39]
align=center 1989Blushing Johnalign=center 4Pat DayRichard J. LundyAllen E. Paulsonalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.00align=center $100,000align=center II[40]
align=center 1988Lost Codealign=center 4Craig PerretWilliam L. DonovanWendover Stablealign=center milesalign=center 1:40.40align=center $122,500align=center II[41]
align=center 1987Bolshoi Boyalign=center 4Randy RomeroHoward M. TesherArt Belford & John Greathouse Jr.align=center milesalign=center 1:40.80align=center $147,700align=center II[42]
align=center 1986Red Attackalign=center 4Larry SnyderA. J. Foyt IIICalumet Farmalign=center milesalign=center 1:42.00align=center $143,500align=center II[43]
align=center 1985Imp Societyalign=center 4Pat DayD. Wayne LukasHeslop Stablealign=center milesalign=center 1:42.60align=center $167,900align=center II[44]
align=center 1984Dew Linealign=center 5Sam MapleJoseph B. CanteyJerold Hoffbergeralign=center milesalign=center 1:41.60align=center $124,200align=center III[45]
align=center 1983Eminencyalign=center 5Pat DayJoseph B. CanteyHappy Valley Farmalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.60align=center $117,900align=center III[46]
align=center 1982Eminencyalign=center 4Pat DayJoseph B. CanteyHappy Valley Farmalign=center milesalign=center 1:45.20align=center $127,000align=center III[47]
align=center 1981Temperence Hillalign=center 4Eddie MapleJoseph B. CanteyLoblolly Stablealign=center milesalign=center 1:44.20align=center $111,100align=center III [48]
align=center 1980All the Morealign=center 7Larry SnyderDel W. CarrollFrank J. Cullertonalign=center milesalign=center 1:45.40align=center $94,000align=center III[49]
align=center 1979Ciskalign=center 5Garth PattersonGlenn L. HildCarolyn Manningalign=center milesalign=center 1:45.40align=center $89,500align=center III[50]
align=center 1978Cox's Ridgealign=center 4Eddie MapleJoseph B. CanteyLoblolly Stablealign=center milesalign=center 1:43.00align=center $61,850align=center III[51]
align=center 1977Dragsetalign=center 6Jon KunitakeGlenn L. HildJim Manningalign=center milesalign=center 1:44.40align=center $59,850align=center [52]
align=center 1976Royal Glintalign=center 6Gordon R. PotterDan Lasateralign=center milesalign=center 1:42.40align=center $60,750align=center [53]
align=center 1975Navajoalign=center 5James D. NicholsJames O. KeeferJoseph Stevenson & Raymond Stumpalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.20align=center $50,000align=center [54]
align=center 1974Model Husbandalign=center 5John LivelyJim E. O'BryantMrs. Hugh L. Hembreealign=center milesalign=center 1:43.80align=center $50,000align=center [55]
align=center 1973The Cutteralign=center 4Alberto RamosRobert L. IrwinRedbob Farmsalign=center milesalign=center 1:44:00align=center $30,000align=center [56]
align=center 1972Gage Linealign=center 6Louis SpindlerDavid R. VanceRobert Ballisalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.80align=center $25,000align=center [57]
align=center 1971Francescoalign=center 5Jon KunitakeA. J. MoidellA. J. Moidellalign=center milesalign=center 1:42.60align=center $30,000align=center [58]
align=center 1970§ Charlie Jr. align=center 4Larry SnyderDewey P. SmithT. Allie & James E. Grissomalign=center milesalign=center 1:43.80align=center $25,000align=center [59]
align=center 1969Hy Frostalign=center 4Billy J. PhelpsForrest KaelinFleming B. Fraseralign=center milesalign=center 1:44.60align=center $15,000align=center [60]
align=center rowspan=21968Missouri Gentalign=center 4Hector VieraEdmond WallerEdmond & John Walleralign=center rowspan=2align=center 1:42.40align=center $12,500align=center rowspan=2[61]
Barb's Delightalign=center 4Earl KnappHenry W. Steele Jr.Guy Huguelot, Gene Spading & Henry W. Steele Jr.align=center 1:41.00align=center $12,500[62]
align=center 1967Swift Ruleralign=center 5Wayne ChambersGin L. CollinsEarl Allenalign=center align=center 1:41.20align=center $10,000align=center [63]
align=center 1966Swift Ruleralign=center 4Larry R. SprakerGin L. CollinsEarl Allenalign=center align=center 1:39.20align=center $10,000align=center [64]
align=center 1965El Boraalign=center 5Rudy CampasC. VinviAce Hi Stablealign=center align=center 1:40.80align=center $10,000align=center [65]
align=center 1964Jaywalkingalign=center 7Frank PachecoBryan WisePerne L. Grissomalign=center align=center 1:41.00align=center $10,000align=center [66]
align=center 1963Loyal Sonalign=center 7William CarstensRoy GillemEastwood Stablealign=center align=center 1:41.00align=center $10,000align=center [67]
align=center 1962Nategoalign=center 5Eugene CurryJ. J. LombardoMarilynn V. Landyalign=center align=center 1:39.60align=center $10,000align=center [68]
align=center 1961§ Eight Againalign=center 4Willie CookVester R. WrightT. Allie Grissomalign=center align=center 1:39.60align=center $10,000align=center [69]
align=center 1960Cyrobalign=center 4James D. NicholsJ. McFarlanJ. Davidsonalign=center furlongsalign=center 1:05.80align=center $3,200align=center [70]

Notes:
§ Ran as an entry
† In the 2010 running of the event Win Willy was first past the post and wagering was paid out as the winner, however the horse returned a positive swab for the presence of two non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs[71] and consequently was disqualified from the prizemoney and was placed eighth (last). As a result, the first-place purse was awarded to Spotsgone and all other finishers were advanced one position for the purposes of purses.[71]

See also

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: RAZORBACK HANDICAP (1ST. DIV.) - OAKLAWN PARK, AR. 2012. 8 March 2013. Thoroughbred Database.
  2. Web site: RAZORBACK HANDICAP (2ND. DIV.) - OAKLAWN PARK, AR. 2012. 8 March 2013. Thoroughbred Database.
  3. Web site: Stakes profile . www.equibase.com . 24 May 2020 . en.
  4. Web site: Gun Runner Rolls to Razorback Handicap Victory . 20 February 2017 . 5 February 2021 . Ron . Mitchell . BloodHorse.com .
  5. Web site: 2024 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 10) . Equibase . 18 February 2024 . 29 February 2024.
  6. Web site: 2023 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 18 February 2023 . 18 February 2023.
  7. Web site: 2022 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 10) . Equibase . 12 February 2022 . 12 February 2022.
  8. Web site: 2021 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 7) . Equibase . 27 February 2021 . 27 February 2021.
  9. Web site: 2020 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 8) . Equibase . 17 February 2020 . 4 February 2021.
  10. Web site: 2019 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 8) . Equibase . 18 February 2019 . 4 February 2021.
  11. Web site: 2018 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 8) . Equibase . 19 February 2018 . 4 February 2021.
  12. Web site: 2017 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 7) . Equibase . 20 February 2017 . 4 February 2021.
  13. Web site: 2016 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 8) . Equibase . 19 March 2016 . 4 February 2021.
  14. Web site: 2015 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 8) . Equibase . 14 March 2015 . 4 February 2021.
  15. Web site: 2014 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 15 March 2014 . 4 February 2021.
  16. Web site: 2013 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 9 March 2013 . 4 February 2021.
  17. Web site: 2012 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 10 March 2012 . 4 February 2021.
  18. Web site: 2011 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 12 March 2011 . 4 February 2021.
  19. Web site: 2010 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 7) . Equibase . 6 March 2010 . 4 February 2021.
  20. Web site: 2009 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 7 March 2009 . 4 February 2021.
  21. Web site: 2008 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 8 March 2008 . 4 February 2021.
  22. Web site: 2007 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 9 March 2007 . 4 February 2021.
  23. Web site: 2006 Razorback Breeders' Cup Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 12 March 2006 . 4 February 2021.
  24. Web site: 2005 Razorback Breeders' Cup Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 13 March 2005 . 4 February 2021.
  25. Web site: 2004 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 14 March 2004 . 4 February 2021.
  26. Web site: 2003 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 16 March 2003 . 4 February 2021.
  27. Web site: 2002 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 8) . Equibase . 16 March 2002 . 4 February 2021.
  28. Web site: 2001 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 10) . Equibase . 17 March 2001 . 4 February 2021.
  29. Web site: 2000 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 18 March 2000 . 4 February 2021.
  30. Web site: 1999 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 10) . Equibase . 13 March 1999 . 4 February 2021.
  31. Web site: 1998 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 14 March 1998 . 4 February 2021.
  32. Web site: 1997 Razorback Handicap Grade 3 - (race 9) . Equibase . 15 March 1997 . 4 February 2021.
  33. Web site: 1996 Razorback Handicap Grade 2 - (race 9) . Equibase . 16 March 1996 . 4 February 2021.
  34. Web site: 1995 Razorback Handicap Grade 2 - (race 9) . Equibase . 25 March 1995 . 4 February 2021.
  35. Web site: 1994 Razorback Handicap Grade 2 - (race 9) . Equibase . 26 March 1994 . 4 February 2021.
  36. Web site: 1993 Razorback Handicap Grade 2 - (race 10) . Equibase . 20 March 1993 . 4 February 2021.
  37. Web site: 1992 Razorback Handicap Grade 2 - (race 10) . Equibase . 21 March 1992 . 4 February 2021.
  38. Web site: 1991 Razorback Handicap Grade 2 - (race 9) . Equibase . 23 March 1991 . 4 February 2021.
  39. Web site: Opening Verse holds off Primal at Oaklawn Park – (race 9: held 24 March 1990) . . . 16 . 25 March 1990 . 4 February 2021.
  40. Web site: ...; Blushing John captures Razorback – (race 10: held 25 March 1989) . . . 51 . 26 March 1989 . 4 February 2021.
  41. Web site: Thoroughbred Racing – (race 9: held 26 March 1988) . . . 56 . 27 March 1988 . 4 February 2021.
  42. Web site: Thoroughbred Racing: Oaklawn – (race 9: held 4 April 1987) . . . 57 . 5 April 1987 . 4 February 2021.
  43. Web site: Racing Roundup: At Oaklawn: – (race 9: held 5 April 1986) . . . 36 . 6 April 1986 . 4 February 2021.
  44. Web site: Imp Society comes through for Day – (race 9: held 6 April 1985) . . . 33 . 7 April 1985 . 4 February 2021.
  45. Web site: ...; Dew Line wins Razorback Oaklawn: – (race 9: held 7 April 1984) . . . 16 . 8 April 1984 . 4 February 2021.
  46. Web site: Eminency, Erins Isle win major stakes Oaklawn: – (race 9: held 2 April 1983) . . . 18 . 3 April 1983 . 4 February 2021.
  47. Web site: ...Eminency score. Oaklawn: – (race 9: held 27 March 1982) . . . 16 . 28 March 1982 . 4 February 2021.
  48. Web site: Oaklawn Results: – (race 9: held 28 March 1981) . . . 45 . 29 March 1981 . 4 February 2021.
  49. Web site: Thoroughbred Racing Oaklawn – (race 9: held 29 March 1980) . . . 44 . 30 March 1980 . 4 February 2021.
  50. Web site: Thoroughbred Racing Oaklawn – (race 9: held 31 March 1979) . . . 44 . 1 April 1979 . 4 February 2021.
  51. Web site: Cox's Ridge takes Razorback – (race 9: held 18 March 1978) . . . 11 . 19 March 1978 . 4 February 2021.
  52. Web site: Dragset wins in Razorback – (race 9: held 19 March 1977) . . . 9 . 20 March 1977 . 4 February 2021.
  53. Web site: Honey Mark Royal Glint triumph – (race 9: held 20 March 1976) . . . 9 . 21 March 1976 . 4 February 2021.
  54. Web site: Navajo is winner in Razorback – (race 9: held 22 March 1975) . . . 51 . 23 March 1975 . 5 February 2021.
  55. Web site: Razorback Handicap: Model Husband Shows...– (race 9: held 23 March 1974) . . . 55 . 24 March 1974 . 5 February 2021.
  56. Web site: Razorback 'Cap: – (race 9: held 24 March 1973) . . . 54 . 25 March 1973 . 5 February 2021.
  57. Web site: Oaklawn Park – (race 9: held 18 March 1972) . . . 57 . 19 March 1972 . 5 February 2021.
  58. Web site: Francesco Race Victor – (race 9: held 20 March 1971) . . . 29 . 21 March 1971 . 5 February 2021.
  59. Web site: Charlie Jr. Is Oaklawn Winner – (race 9: held 21 March 1970) . . . 56 . 22 March 1970 . 5 February 2021.
  60. Web site: Hy Frost Is Winner in Razorback – (race 9: held 22 March 1969) . . . 46 . 23 March 1969 . 5 February 2021.
  61. Web site: Swift Ruler Is Winner in Oaklawn – (Division 1 race 7: held 23 March 1968) . . . 22 . 24 March 1968 . 5 February 2021.
  62. Web site: Oaklawn Park results – (Division 2 race 8: held 23 March 1968) . . . 23 . 24 March 1968 . 5 February 2021.
  63. Web site: Swift Ruler Is Winner in Oaklawn – (race 9: held 25 March 1967) . . . 39 . 26 March 1967 . 5 February 2021.
  64. Web site: Swift Ruler Triumphs in Razorback – (race 9: held 19 March 1966) . . . 23 . 20 March 1966 . 5 February 2021.
  65. Web site: El Bora Gets Oaklawn Win – (race 9: held 20 March 1965) . . . 44 . 21 March 1965 . 5 February 2021.
  66. Web site: Jaywalking Is Upset Winner – (race 8: held 21 March 1964) . . . 42 . 22 March 1964 . 5 February 2021.
  67. Web site: Loyal Son WinnerIn Razorback 'Cap – (race 8: held 23 March 1963) . . . 42 . 24 March 1963 . 5 February 2021.
  68. Web site: Razorback Run Won By Longshot Natego – (race 8: held 24 March 1962) . . 44 . 25 March 1962 . 4 February 2021.
  69. Web site: Oaklawn – (race 8: held 25 March 1961) . . 34 . 26 March 1961 . 4 February 2021.
  70. Web site: Oaklawn Park results – (race 5: held 20 February 1960) . . 62 . 21 February 1960 . 4 February 2021.
  71. Web site: Win Willy's Razorback Win Purse Forfeited . 24 June 2010 . 5 February 2021 . Ron . Mitchell . BloodHorse.com .

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