Kentucky Oaks Prep Races: Honeybee Stakes 2025

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Honeybee Stakes 2025: Field of 13 Fillies Compete for Kentucky Oaks Points

Take Charge Milady takes on 12 talented 3-year-old fillies in the $500,000 Honeybee Stakes (G3) at Oaklawn Park on February 23. Initially scheduled for February 22, the race was moved due to winter weather. The Honeybee is a critical stop on the Road to the Kentucky Oaks, offering 50-25-15-10-5 qualifying points to the top five finishers.

As the Kentucky Derby Prep Races continue shaping the season, bettors are closely analyzing performances to gauge Kentucky Oaks odds and identify strong contenders. With several promising fillies, this race could have significant implications for Kentucky Derby betting.

Take Charge Milady Leads the Field

Take Charge Milady, a daughter of Take Charge Indy, enters off a victory in the Martha Washington Stakes at Oaklawn on January 25. Trained by Kenny McPeek, she has already proven her ability at this level and will once again be ridden by Julien Leparoux. Moreover, her experience over this track and distance makes her one of the top contenders.

Five G Brings Speed to Oaklawn

One of her biggest challengers is Five G, a dominant winner of the Cash Run Stakes at Gulfstream Park on January 1. Trained by George Weaver, she drew the outside post and will have Irad Ortiz Jr. in the irons. Known for her early speed, Five G will look to get a forward position and control the pace. Alternatively, you could use “and thus” instead of “consequently”.

Muhimma Makes Her Season Debut

Undefeated Muhimma returns for her 3-year-old debut after winning the Demoiselle Stakes (G2) at Aqueduct on December 7. Shadwell Stable purchased the $700,000 yearling. Brad Cox trains her, and Florent Geroux will ride her. She enters as a highly regarded filly and could be a significant threat to the Honeybee.

Other Key Contenders

Quietside finished second to Take Charge Milady in the Martha Washington and will seek revenge. Trained by John Ortiz and owned by Shortleaf Stable, she remains a strong contender for her first stakes win. Quickick, trained by Tom Amoss, makes her first start of the year after finishing third in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies (G1) at Del Mar. Dylan Davis takes the ride as she looks to take a step forward.

Another notable runner, Look Forward, is shipping in from California after winning the Santa Ynez Stakes (G3) on January 5 for trainer Michael McCarthy and Reddam Racing. Furthermore, with intense closing speed, she could be a factor in the stretch.

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