The thundering return of elite racing at Caymanas Park is just around the corner — and it’s kicking off with a bang. On April 5, the spotlight turns to a brand-new headliner: the Ian Levy Cup, a high-stakes showdown that officially opens the gates to the most lucrative and prestigious race on the Caribbean calendar — the Mouttet Mile Invitational.
This isn’t just another day at the track. The Ian Levy Cup isn’t only a Grade 1 race — it’s a golden ticket. The winner punches their one-way pass straight into the Mouttet Mile, setting the tone for what promises to be the most competitive season yet.
And the Ian Levy Cup is just the beginning.
Caymanas Park’s evolving “Win and You’re In” format has returned — bigger and bolder — with five qualifying races offering automatic entry into the Mouttet Mile. That’s five opportunities for greatness, five moments to claim a spot on the biggest stage in Caribbean horse racing. Returning favorites include:
- The Jamaica Derby (August 6) – a grueling 12-furlong test of endurance,
- Philip Feanny OD Gold Cup (October 4) – a quickfire 7-furlong sprint,
- The Jamaica Cup and Port Royal Sprint (both on November 8) – two very different contests on the same adrenaline-packed day.
The Ian Levy Cup now joins these titans as the season’s opening act — and possibly its most intriguing.
At the center of it all is the Mouttet Mile, returning on December 6, 2025, with a record-shattering purse of US$300,000. For the fourth straight year, this one-mile clash will determine who truly reigns supreme. Sixteen spots are up for grabs — split evenly between local horses and international entries — and the race has only grown in stature with each passing year.
To raise the bar even further, one of those international slots is locked in for a horse from the New York Racing Association (NYRA) circuit — a bold move that underscores Caymanas Park’s ambitions to draw global talent and attention.
SVREL Executive Chairman Solomon Sharpe believes this year could be a turning point. “We’re not just hosting races — we’re building momentum, season-long stories, and rivalries. With the Ian Levy Cup in the mix, fans can start the Mouttet Mile journey early, and follow it all the way to December.”
And fans are paying attention. The Mouttet Mile is no longer just a race — it’s a cultural moment. Last year’s showdown saw Funcaandun storm to victory in a heart-pounding finish that left the stands roaring and solidified the event’s legacy.
Now, it begins again. The gates will open. The crowds will gather. And the road to one of the richest and most thrilling races in the Caribbean starts with a single sprint — one that could change everything.
