Kentucky Downs, September 3, 2025
News Summary
Trainer Jose D’Angelo brings his well-prepared filly Shisospicy to compete in the $2 million AGS Music City Stakes at Kentucky Downs this Saturday. This event follows Shisospicy’s challenging outing at Royal Ascot, where she finished 15th. D’Angelo is also entering another filly, Cloe, alongside Shisospicy, both competing against strong contenders. The stakes race, featuring six other events, is set to attract significant attention from horse racing fans.
Kentucky Downs Prepares for $2 Million AGS Music City Stakes
In a highly anticipated racing event, Trainer Jose D’Angelo is set to bring his talented filly Shisospicy to compete in the $2 million AGS Music City Stakes at Kentucky Downs this Saturday. Shisospicy, co-owned by Morplay Racing and Qatar Racing, will race against fellow 3-year-old fillies over a distance of 6 1/2 furlongs on grass.
This race marks Shisospicy’s return to competition after a challenging outing at Royal Ascot on June 20, where she finished in 15th place in a Group 1 stakes race against male competitors. Leading the race with a furlong to go, she ultimately weakened and fell behind the victor by 7 3/4 lengths.
According to D’Angelo, Shisospicy has been training well at Kentucky Downs, adapting successfully to the terrain conditions following her experience in England. Prior to her trip overseas, she maintained an undefeated streak in three sprint stakes on turf at prestigious tracks including Gulfstream, Keeneland’s Limestone, and Churchill Downs’ Grade 3 Mamzelle, where she notably defeated Kilwin, last year’s $1 million Untapable winner.
Kilwin is among the top contenders for the Music City Stakes, having recently moved back to turf after a successful stint on dirt that included two wins, one of which was in the Grade 1 Test at Saratoga. Aside from Shisospicy, D’Angelo has also entered another filly named Cloe, who has displayed strong performances, including a notable fourth-place finish in the Grade 3 Coronation Cup and a victory in a Gulfstream Park stakes race.
In terms of positioning, Cloe will start from post position 1 while Shisospicy has drawn post position 10 for the upcoming stake. D’Angelo remains hopeful for both fillies’ success, acknowledging the fierce competitiveness of the field.
In addition to his work with Shisospicy and Cloe, D’Angelo’s third horse, Howard Wolowitz, is scheduled to run in Keeneland’s Grade 1 Coolmore Turf Mile following a commendable performance in the Kentucky Turf Sprint.
Kentucky Downs Racing Overview
This Saturday’s racing program at Kentucky Downs will feature six stakes races, each with a minimum $2 million purse, underscoring the significance of this event on the local racing calendar. The AGS Music City Stakes is expected to showcase some of the best young turf sprinters in North America, drawing high levels of interest from fans and competitors alike.
New Timing System
In a related note, Kentucky Downs has implemented a new timing system this year to enhance race tracking accuracy. However, this system is currently under review after issues were detected with timing during the Aug. 30 card.
FAQ Section
What is the AGS Music City Stakes?
The AGS Music City Stakes is a prestigious horse race held at Kentucky Downs, featuring 3-year-old fillies racing over a distance of 6 1/2 furlongs on grass, with a purse of $2 million.
Who is Shisospicy?
Shisospicy is a filly trained by Jose D’Angelo, co-owned by Morplay Racing and Qatar Racing, and is considered a strong contender in the AGS Music City Stakes after successful previous races.
How did Shisospicy perform in her last race?
In her last race at Royal Ascot on June 20, Shisospicy finished 15th in a Group 1 stakes race against male horses, despite leading briefly before weakening.
What challenges has Kentucky Downs faced with its new timing system?
Kentucky Downs has had to review its new timing system after inaccuracies were detected in the timing during the Aug. 30 card, raising concerns about the reliability of race tracking.
Key Features of the AGS Music City Stakes
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Race Name | AGS Music City Stakes |
| Date | Saturday |
| Distance | 6 1/2 furlongs |
| Surface | Grass |
| Purse | $2 million |
| Age Group | 3-year-old fillies |
| Starting Positions | Shisospicy – Post 10, Cloe – Post 1 |
| Key Competitors | Shisospicy, Cloe, Kilwin |
| Date of Previous Race for Shisospicy | June 20, 2023 |
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- Thoroughbred Daily News: Frosted’s Meringue Best of the Cavalry in the Kentucky Downs Juvenile Fillies
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- Wikipedia: Horse Racing
- Google Search: Kentucky Downs AGS Music City Stakes
- Google Scholar: Horse Racing Timing Systems
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Horse Racing
- Google News: Kentucky Downs Music City Stakes
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