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Holy Bull Stakes Picks, Odds & Preview (Jan 31)
Following the Pegasus World Cup, all eyes will quickly turn to the key preps on the Road to the Kentucky Derby. Gulfstream Park hosts notable action ahead of the Triple Crown opener in early May on Jan 31, as the G3 Holy Bull Stakes will be run over 1 1/16 miles. Find the odds and our picks for the key trial here.
Holy Bull Stakes: How to Watch
- When: Saturday, January 31, 2026 @ 5:45 PM ET
- Where: Gulfstream Park, Florida
- How to Watch: FanDuel TV
Holy Bull Stakes: Race Information & Records
| Stat | Information |
|---|---|
| Race Distance | 1 1/16 Miles |
| Most Successful Trainer | Kiaran McLaughlin, Nick Zito (3) |
| Most Successful Jockey | Jerry Bailey (5) |
| Purse | $250,000 |
| Kentucky Derby Qualifying Points | 20-10-6-4-2 |
| Most Recent Kentucky Derby Winner | Barbaro (2006) |
Holy Bull Stakes Odds
| Horse | Moneyline Odds |
|---|---|
| Cannoner | +187 |
| Nearly | +200 |
| Incredibolt | +500 |
| Bravaro | +650 |
| Global Aviator | +1000 |
| Game For It | +2500 |
| Project Ace | +3300 |
| Roger That Dana | +3300 |
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Holy Bull Stakes: Recent Winners
| Year | Winning Horse | Winning Jockey | Winning Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Burnham Square | Edgard Zayas | Ian Wilkes |
| 2024 | Hades | Paco Lopez | Joseph Orseno |
| 2023 | Rocket Can | Junior Alvarado | William Mott |
| 2022 | White Abarrio | Tyler Gaffalione | Saffie Joseph |
Race Preview
The G3 Holy Bull has produced some notable winners in recent years, with Tiz The Law landing the Belmont Stakes in 2020, and 2022 champion White Abarrio later landing the G1 Breeders’ Cup Classic. There is an interesting complexion to this weekend’s race, with unproven runners emerging on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
Cannoneer is one of the most intriguing runners, as the Brad Cox entry has already been well backed for the Derby. The three-year-old was an excellent winner at Churchill Downs in November, easily beating Cornwall Boss by seven lengths. However, that was over seven furlongs. But, as a son of Into Mischief, the distance should be no issue.
Todd Pletcher also sends an interesting runner to Gulfstream this weekend. Nearly has twice won at the track, recording progressive Equibase speed figures. Last time out, he produced a 92 rating, and this Not This Time colt is fast-improving and deserves respect.
Bravaro goes in the G3 Holy Bull for respected local trainer Saffie Joseph. The three-year-old is two-from-two under rules, winning the Sleepy Hollow Stakes as a Juvenile in impressive fashion in October. Merits respect for a leading course trainer.
Holy Bull Stakes Picks
Will Mott is no stranger to Triple Crown success, but it could be his son that unleashes a star on Saturday. Riley Mott saddles Incredibolt, who is the overlooked contender in the field, in favor of the exciting newcomers.
This three-year-old already has strong form in the book, breaking his maiden at Churchill Downs over a mile, before landing the G3 Street Sense in eye-catching fashion when beating Universe by nearly two lengths.
Further improvement is likely in his three-year-old season, and he is massively overlooked at the prices available.
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