The ninth running of the Pegasus World Cup Invitational, set for Saturday, brings together a field of 12 horses vying for a share of the $3 million purse. The Grade 1 race, run over 1 1/8 miles, is a highlight of the racing calendar and a precursor to key Kentucky Derby prep races.

The Pegasus World Cup 2025 will captivate horse racing enthusiasts on January 25 at Gulfstream Park. The recent gate draw has strategically positioned each contender, influencing race dynamics and betting considerations. Let's delve into each contender's post position and assess their prospects.

The recent wildfires in Southern California have profoundly impacted the horse racing industry, leading to postponed race dates and potential repercussions for the Kentucky Derby prep races and the Triple Crown series. Santa Anita Park, a historic racecourse in Arcadia, has been at the forefront of these disruptions.

The $300,000 Springboard Mile at Remington Park, scheduled for Friday night, brings together a competitive field of 12 2-year-olds. This one-mile race is a crucial stop on the Kentucky Derby trail, offering 10-5-3-2-1 points to the top five finishers. Known for producing high-profile winners like Señor Buscador, the Springboard Mile sets the stage for a thrilling showcase of young talent.

The Starlet Stakes (G2) at Los Alamitos Race Course on Dec. 7 will be a critical test for some of California’s top 2-year-old fillies.  Featuring a competitive field of seven, this 1 1/16-mile race includes an impressive lineup of graded stakes winners with excellent horse racing odds, maiden-breaking standouts, and the ever-dominant Bob Baffert, who has won the last seven Starlet Stakes, offering interesting offtrack betting opportunities.