The 2025 Pennsylvania Derby, a premier Grade 1 race for three-year-olds with a $1 million purse, takes center stage at Parx Racing in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, September 20. This race is a key event outside the Triple Crown and Breeders’ Cup, featuring a competitive field of ten top contenders including favorites like Baeza and Goal Oriented. The event promises ideal weather conditions with a fast, dry track, enhancing the prospects for a fair and thrilling competition. Fans can watch the race live via the BUSR Experience platform and access up-to-date betting odds to strategize their wagers.
The Pennsylvania Derby has a rich history of showcasing future stars, with recent winners such as Seize the Grey, Saudi Crown, and Taiba highlighting different racing styles from front-running speed to powerful closers. The 2025 edition continues this tradition with a diverse field offering both strong favorites and intriguing longshots, making it an exciting opportunity for bettors and racing enthusiasts alike. The day also features other top races like the Grade 1 Cotillion Stakes, making it a full day of elite racing action not to be missed.
