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Augusta Melody Claims Opening Win on 2025 Preakness Day at Pimlico

The first race of the day, a 6-furlong dirt contest, concluded with a decisive victory by Augusta Melody under Irad Ortiz Jr. on a track rated 'good' following Friday's storms.

The first race on Saturday at Pimlico, the Batoff Goldie, was won by Augusta Melody, right, ridden by Irad Ortiz Jr.. (Kevin Richardson/Staff)
Augusta Melody, ridden by Irad Ortiz Jr. wins the first race, the Batoff Goldie during the 150th Preakness at Pimlico Race Course. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Overview

  • Race 1 of the 2025 Preakness Day program at Pimlico Race Course began at 10:35 AM EDT on a dirt track rated 'good' despite prior storms.
  • The 6-furlong race, open to three-year-olds and up, carried a $60,040 purse and featured seven runners after Sheriff Ronnie was scratched due to illness.
  • Augusta Melody, ridden by jockey Irad Ortiz Jr., won the race with a time of 1:10.76, overtaking early leader Radical Right in the final stretch.
  • The winning connections include owner George A. Sharp, trainer Brittany T. Russell, and breeder Upson Downs Farm.
  • Bettors saw payouts of $3.80 for a $2 win bet on Augusta Melody, with additional payouts for place and show bets, as well as trifecta and superfecta wagers.