Slay The Day wins Soaring Softly Stakes at Saratoga

Slay The Day secured victory in the Grade 3 Soaring Softly Stakes at Saratoga on June 7, 2026, finishing 2 3/4 lengths ahead of Hen Party. Trained by Brian Lynch and ridden by John Velazquez, Slay The Day completed the 5f110y race in a time of 1m 1.02s. This win marks her second graded sprint success in two months, adding to her earlier triumph at Keeneland. Hen Party took second, while Cadenza finished third, demonstrating strong performances among the top contenders. The event concluded the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival with a notable result for turf sprints.

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