On Saturday, March 10, 2018, Hronis Racing’s Accelerate won the Grade 1, $600,000 Santa Anita Handicap at Santa Anita Park. Just a few races prior, Bolt d’Oro won the Grade 2, $400,000 San Felipe Stakes over McKinzie by a controversial disqualification. No matter if you’re looking for past Santa Anita Handicap contenders, odds, news, past winners, 2018 results and payouts, San Felipe results, picks and tips, or handicapping advice, you will find the most updated information here.
2018 BIG ‘CAP RESULTS AND PAYOUTS
Trained by John Sadler and ridden by regular rider Victor Espinoza, Accelerate stalked a length behind the early leader Mubtaahij through splits of :23.49, :47.99, and 1:12.32. Taking command leaving the far turn, Accelerate drew off to win convincingly by 5 1/2 lengths in a final time of 2:01.83 for the event over a main track rated wet fast (sealed).
Read the full race recap HERE along with the finishing order, results, and payouts below. Also, be sure to download our 2018 Santa Anita Big ‘Cap Wagering Guide by clicking the button below. These wagering guides are included at least once a month as part of our premium picks packages.
| # | HORSE | JOCKEY | TRAINER | OWNER | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Accelerate | Victor Espinoza | John Sadler | Hronis Racing, LLC |
| 2nd | 8 | Mubtaahij | Mike Smith | Bob Baffert | Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa al Maktoum |
| 3rd | 6 | Fear the Cowboy | Javier Castellano | Efren Loza Jr. | Amaya, Kathleen and Centofanti, Raffaele |
| 4th | 4 | Giant Expectations | Corey Nakatani | Peter Eurton | Exline- Border Racing LLC, Gatto Racing, LLC or Zubok |
| 5th | 1 | Top of the Game | Kent Desormeaux | Vladimir Cerin | Holly & David Wilson |
| 6th | 2 | Prime Attraction | Tiago Pereira | James M. Cassidy | DP Racing |
| 7th | 3 | Curlin Road | Tyler Baze | Doug O'Neill | R3 Racing LLC, Calara Farms or ERJ Racing, LLC |
| # | HORSE | JOCKEY | TRAINER | WIN | PLACE | SHOW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Accelerate | Victor Espinoza | John Sadler | 7.00 | 3.80 | 2.20 |
| 8 | Mubtaahij | Mike Smith | Bob Baffert | 4.20 | 3.20 | |
| 6 | Fear the Cowboy | Javier Castellano | Efren Loza Jr. | 2.80 |
| WAGER TYPE | NUMBERS | PAYOFF | POOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1.00 Exacta | 7-8 | $13.80 | $306,952 |
| $0.50 Trifecta | 7-8-6 | $18.15 | $201,953 |
| $0.10 Superfecta | 7-8-6-4 | $8.71 | $122,476 |
| $1.00 Pick 3 | 1-4-7 (3 Correct) | $65.60 | $93,172 |
| $2.00 Daily Double | 4-7 | $59.40 | $50,355 |
| $1.00 Consolation Pick 3 | 1-4-5 (3 Correct) | $15.50 | $0 |
| $1.00 Super High Five | 7-8-6-4-1 | $184.80 | $15,047 |
2018 BIG ‘CAP DAY UNDERCARD RESULTS
Three other graded stakes races took place on Santa Anita Handicap Day including the Grade 2, $400,000 San Felipe Stakes, the second of three local preps for Churchill Downs’ Road to The Kentucky Derby which awards the Top 4 finishers points (50-20-10-5). Here are the results for the 2018 Big ‘Cap undercard races (graded stakes only):
TRIPLE BEND STAKES – Race Recap/Replay
Race #: 4
Purse: $400,000
Grade: 1
Distance: 7 Furlongs
Age: 4 Year Olds and Up
| # | HORSE | JOCKEY | TRAINER | WIN | PLACE | SHOW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | City of Light | Drayden Van Dyke | Michael McCarthy | 4.00 | 2.80 | 2.10 |
| 4 | Bobby Abu Dhabi | Victor Espinoza | Peter Miller | 5.60 | 2.80 | |
| 1 | Edwards Going Left | Tyler Baze | John Sadler | 2.20 |
FRANK E. KILROE MILE – Race Recap/Replay
Race #: 5
Purse: $400,000
Grade: 1
Distance: 1 Mile (Turf)
Age: 4 Year Olds and Up
| # | HORSE | JOCKEY | TRAINER | WIN | PLACE | SHOW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Bowies Hero | Corey Nakatani | Philip D'Amato | 18.60 | 8.40 | 7.40 |
| 3 | Next Shares | Rajiv Maragh | Richard Baltas | 15.20 | 10.40 | |
| 8 | Channel Maker | Javier Castellano | William Mott | 6.40 |
SAN FELIPE STAKES – Race Recap/Replay
Race #: 6
Purse: $400,000
Grade: 2
Distance: 1 1/16 Miles
Age: 3 Year Olds
Kentucky Derby Points: 50-20-10-5
| # | HORSE | JOCKEY | TRAINER | WIN | PLACE | SHOW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bolt d'Oro | Javier Castellano | Mick Ruis | 4.40 | 2.60 | 2.20 |
| 4 | McKinzie | Mike Smith | Bob Baffert | 2.40 | 2.10 | |
| 8 | Kanthaka | Flavien Prat | Jerry Hollendorfer | 2.60 |
LATEST BIG ‘CAP NEWS
Accelerate Scores Classic Win In G1 Santa Anita Handicap
Hronis Racing’s Accelerate finally broke through for his first career victory at the classic distance of 10 furlongs, and with it came his first-ever Grade 1 score, in Saturday’s $600,000 Santa Anita Handicap Presented by San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino. Read More
Bolt d’Oro Awarded Controversial G2 San Felipe
Bowies Hero Bombs Upset In G1 Kilroe Mile
City Of Light Scores Big In G1 Triple Bend
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See more Big ‘Cap news HERE.
PAST BIG ‘CAP WINNERS
The Santa Anita Handicap was first held in 1935 and instantly became a hit. Commonly referred to as “The Big Cap,” the race still stands today as one of the most important races of the year. Winners such as Shared Belief, Game On Dude, Lava Man, and Shaman Ghost have dazzled us in recent runnings, while Affirmed, Spectacular Bid, John Henry, and Alysheba remind us how strong the race was in its early years.
| YEAR | HORSE | TIME | OWNER | TRAINER | JOCKEY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Accelerate | 2:01.83 | Hronis Racing | John Sadler | Victor Espinoza |
| 2017 | Shaman Ghost | 2:01.57 | Adena Springs | Jimmy Jerkens | Javier Castellano |
| 2016 | Melatonin | 2:02.01 | Tarabilla Farms | David E. Hofmans | Joe Talamo |
| 2015 | Shared Belief | 2:00.67 | Jungle Racing | Jerry Hollendorfer | Mike Smith |
| 2014 | Game On Dude | 1:58.17 | Lanni Family Trust, Mercedes Stable & Schiappa | Bob Baffert | Mike Smith |
| 2013 | Game On Dude | 2:00.14 | Lanni Family Trust, Mercedes Stable & Schiappa | Bob Baffert | Mike Smith |
| 2012 | Ron the Greek | 2:00.41 | Brous Stable/Wachtel Stable/Hammer | Bill Mott | Jose Lezcano |
| 2011 | Game On Dude | 1:59.47 | Lanni Family Trust, Mercedes Stable & Schiappa | Bob Baffert | Chantal Sutherland |
| 2010 | Misremembered | 2:00.20 | Jill Baffert & George Jacobs | Bob Baffert | Martin Garcia |
| 2009 | Einstein | 2.01.93 | Midnight Cry Stable | Hellen Pitts-Blasi | Julien Leparoux |
| 2008 | Heatseeker | 2.00.42 | William de Burgh | Jerry Hollendorfer | Rafael Bejarano |
| 2007 | Lava Man | 2.02.11 | STD Racing/Jason Wood | Doug O'Neill | Corey Nakatani |
| 2006 | Lava Man | 2.00.57 | STD Racing/Jason Wood | Doug O'Neill | Corey Nakatani |
| 2005 | Rock Hard Ten | 2.01.20 | Mercedes Stables/M. Paulson | Richard Mandella | Gary Stevens |
| 2004 | Southern Image | 2.01.64 | Blahut Stables | Micheal Machowsky | Victor Espinoza |
| 2003 | Milwaukee Brew | 1.59.80 | Stronach Stables | Robert J. Frankel | Edgar Prado |
| 2002 | Milwaukee Brew | 2.01.02 | Stronach Stables | Robert J. Frankel | Kent Desormeaux |
| 2001 | Tiznow | 2.01.55 | M. Cooper/C. Straub-Rubens | Jay M. Robbins | Chris McCarron |
| 2000 | General Challenge | 2.01.49 | Golden Eagle Farm | Bob Baffert | Corey Nakatani |
| 1999 | Free House | 2.00.67 | McCaffery & Toffan | J. Paco Gonzalez | Chris McCarron |
| 1998 | Malek | 2.02.26 | Stud Panter | Richard Mandella | Alex Solis |
| 1997 | Siphon | 2.02.23 | Rio Claro Thoroughbreds | Richard Mandella | David Flores |
| 1996 | Mr. Purple | 2.02.04 | Alex G. Campbell, Jr. | Ron McAnally | Ed Delahoussaye |
| 1995 | Urgent Request | 1.59.25 | Stewart Aitken | Rodney Rash | Gary Stevens |
| 1994 | Stuka | 2.00.17 | Allen E. Paulson | Gary F. Jones | Chris Antley |
| 1993 | Sir Beaufort | 2.00.40 | Victoria Calantoni | Charlie Whittingham | Pat Valenzuela |
| 1992 | Best Pal | 1.59.00 | Golden Eagle Farm | Gary F. Jones | Kent Desormeaux |
| 1991 | Farma Way | 2.00.30 | Quarter B Farm | D Wayne Lukas | Gary Stevens |
| 1990 | Ruhlmann | 2.01.20 | Ann & Jerry Moss | Charlie Whittingham | Garry Stevens |
| 1989 | Martial Law | 1.58.80 | Hughes, Messina Et Al | Julio C. Canani | Martin Pedroza |
| 1988 | Alysheba | 1.59.80 | Dorothy & Pamela Scharbauer | Jack Van Berg | Chris McCarron |
| 1987 | Broad Brush | 2.00.60 | Robert E. Meyerhoff | Richard W. Small | Angel Cordero, Jr. |
| 1986 | Greinton | 2.00.00 | Bradley/Whittingham/H. Wynne | Charlie Whittingham | Laffit PIncay, Jr. |
| 1985 | Lord at War | 2.00.60 | Peter Perkins | Charlie Whittingham | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1984 | Interco | 2.00.60 | David I. Sofro | Ted West | Pat Valenzuela |
| 1983 | Bates Motel | 1.59.60 | J. Getty Phillips/M. Riordan | John H. M. Gosden | Terry Lipham |
| 1982 | John Henry | 1.59.00 | Dotsam Stable | Ron McAnally | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1981 | John Henry | 1.59.40 | Dotsam Stable | Ron McAnally | Laffit Pincay, Jr. |
| 1980 | Spectacular Bid | 2.00.60 | Hawksworth Farm | Bud Delp | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1979 | Affirmed | 1.58.60 | Harbor View Farm | Laz Barrera | Laffit PIncay, Jr. |
| 1978 | Vigors | 2.01.20 | William R. Hawn | Larry J. Sterling | Darrel McHargue |
| 1977 | Crystal Water | 1.59.20 | Connie M. Ring | Roger Clapp | Laffit Pincay, Jr. |
| 1976 | Royal Glint | 2.00.40 | Dan Lasater | Gordon R. Potter | Jorge Tejeira |
| 1975 | Stardust Mel | 2.06.40 | Marjorie L. Everett | Charlie Whittingham | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1974 | Prince Dantan | 2.03.60 | Sigmund Sommer | Frank Martin | Ron Turcotte |
| 1973 | Cougar II | 2.00.00 | Mary F. Jones | Charlie Whittingham | Laffit Pincay, Jr. |
| 1972 | Triple Bend | 2.00.00 | Frank M. McMahon | Vance Longden | Donald Pierce |
| 1971 | Ack Ack | 2.03.00 | Forked Lightning Ranch | Charlie Whittingham | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1970 | Quicken Tree | 1.59.60 | L. R. Rowan/W. Whitney | William T. Canney | Fernando Alvarez |
| 1969 | Nodouble | 2.01.80 | Verna Lea Farm | J. Bert Sonnier | Eddie Belmonte |
| 1968 | Mr. Right | 2.04.60 | Cheray Duchin | Evan S. Jackson | Moses Yanez |
| 1967 | Pretense | 2.00.80 | Llangollen Farm | Charlie Whittingham | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1966 | Lucky Debonair | 2.00.20 | Ada L. Rice | Frank Catrone | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1965 | Hill Rise | 2.00.60 | El Peco Ranch | William B. Finnegan | Donald Pierce |
| 1964 | Mr. Consistency | 2.01.00 | Ann Peppers | James I. Nazworthy | Kenneth Church |
| 1963 | Crozier | 2.00.80 | Fred W. Hooper | Julius E. Tinsley, Jr. | Braulio Baeza |
| 1962 | Physician | 2.02.60 | Lynn A. Boice | Lynn A. Boice | Donald Pierce |
| 1961 | Prove It | 2.00.00 | Rex C. Ellsworth | Mesh Tenney | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1950 | Linmold | 2.00.60 | Mr. & Mrs. L. I. Nelson | Harold C. McBride | Donald Pierce |
| 1959 | Terrang | 2.00.00 | Poltex Stable & R. Bond | Carl A. Roles | William Boland |
| 1958 | Round Table | 1.59.80 | Kerr Stable | William Molter | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1957 | Corn Husker | 2.01.80 | Llangollen Farm | Charlie Whittingham | Ralph Neves |
| 1956 | Bobby Brocato | 2.04.60 | Kerr Stable | William Molter | Johnny Longden |
| 1955 | Poona II | 2.03.00 | Helbush Farm | Red McDaniel | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1954 | Rejected | 2.00.60 | King Ranch | William J. Hirsch | Bill Shoemaker |
| 1953 | Mark-Ye-Well | 2.01.20 | Calumet Farm | Horace A. Jones | Eddie Arcaro |
| 1952 | Miche | 2.01.00 | Muriel Vanderbilt Adams | Don Cameron | John S. Covalli |
| 1951 | Moonrush | 2.02.60 | Anita King & Gus Luellwitz | Willie Alvarado | Johnny Longden |
| 1950 | Noor | 2.00.00 | Charles S. Howard | Burley Parke | Johnny Longden |
| 1949 | Vulcan's Forge | 2.02.80 | Isaac J. Collins | Don Cameron | Dave Gorman |
| 1948 | Talon | 2.03.40 | Richard N. Ryan | Horatio Luro | Eddie Arcaro |
| 1947 | Olhaverry | 2.01.80 | Pan De Azucar Stable | Anthony E. Silver | Melvin Peterson |
| 1946 | War Knight | 2.01.60 | Ethel Hill | Charlie Leavitt | John H. Adams |
| 1945 | Thumbs Up | 2.01.20 | Louis B. Mayer | George M. Odom | Johnny Longden |
| 1941 | Bay View | 2.05.40 | Anthony Pelleteri | Patrick F. Dwyer | Nick Wall |
| 1940 | Seabiscuit | 2.01.20 | Charles S. Howard | Tom Smith | Red Pollard |
| 1939 | Kayak II | 2.01.40 | Charles S. Howard | Tom Smith | John H. Adams |
| 1938 | Stagehand | 2.01.60 | Maxwell Howard | Earl H. Sande | Nick Wall |
| 1937 | Rosemont | 2.02.80 | Foxcatcher Farms | Richard E. Handlen | Harry Richards |
| 1936 | Top Row | 2.04.20 | Albert A. Baroni | Albert A. Baroni | Wayne D. Wright |
| 1935 | Azucar | 2.02.20 | Fred M. Alger, Jr. | James Rushton | George Woolf |