The Grade 2 Fountain of Youth Stakes at Gulfstream Park is one of the most important early-season tests on the Road to Kentucky Derby 2026. Run at 1 1/16 miles for three-year-olds, this $425,000 event offers valuable Derby points and serves as a key stepping stone toward longer and tougher assignments this spring.
Race Overview
- Race: Grade 2 Fountain of Youth Stakes
- Track: Gulfstream Park
- Distance: 1 1/16 miles
- Surface: Dirt
- Purse: $425,000
- Post Time: 6:11 p.m. ET
- Eligibility: 3-year-olds
- Kentucky Derby Points Race: Yes
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Pace & Race Shape
There is legitimate early speed in this field:
- Napoleon Solo – Fast juvenile with early gas
- Solitude Dude – Perfect in three one-turn starts, wired the Swale
- Jackson Hole – Tactical speed from the rail
- Commandment – Versatile, forwardly placed runner
The presence of multiple pace players suggests an honest tempo. The key question: will someone get loose, or does a stalker sitting just off the lead get first run turning for home?
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