Kentucky Oaks 2025: Undefeated Good Cheer Shocks the Field - But What’s Next?

The 151st Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs delivered a thrilling spectacle as the undefeated filly Good Cheer powered to victory, maintaining her perfect record with a commanding finish. The $1. million Grade 1 race, held on May 2, saw Good Cheer pull away decisively down the stretch to claim the win in an unofficial time of 1:50.1, solidifying her status as the favorite coming in at 6-5 odds.

Drexel Hill and Bless the Broken, both long shots at 30-1 odds, stunned bettors by finishing second and third respectively, adding drama to the race’s outcome. The track conditions were challenging due to rain, but Good Cheer’s performance was undeterred, showcasing her exceptional talent and poise under pressure.

Post time was set for 6 p.m. ET, with the event broadcast nationally on USA Network and streaming available on Peacock and Fubo. The race featured 13 top three-year-old fillies battling over 1 1/8 miles on Churchill Downs’ dirt track.

Good Cheer’s jockey, Luis Saez, praised the filly’s special qualities after the race, emphasizing her deserved victory. This win marks Good Cheer’s seventh consecutive triumph, positioning her as a leading contender for the Filly Triple Crown.

As the dust settles on the Kentucky Oaks 202, all eyes now turn to what lies ahead for Good Cheer and the other rising stars from this year’s Oaks horses. The excitement around this year’s event underscores the prestige and unpredictability that make the Oaks one of the premier races in American thoroughbred racing.