Lexington, Kentucky, January 7, 2026
Voting has officially started for the prestigious FanDuel Racing-NTRA Moment of the Year award, allowing fans to choose their favorite moments from Thoroughbred racing in North America. Fans can cast votes via the NTRA website or on X (formerly Twitter) using the official hashtag, with voting open until January 15, 2026. The award will be presented during the 55th annual Eclipse Awards ceremony on January 22, 2026, at The Breakers Palm Beach in Florida.
Lexington, Kentucky – Voting has commenced for the 2025 FanDuel Racing-NTRA Moment of the Year, a prestigious award determined by fan participation and recognized at the Eclipse Awards. Fans can cast their votes through the NTRA website and via X (formerly Twitter), where each retweet or use of the official hashtag for the nominated moments will count as one vote. The award will be presented during the 55th annual Eclipse Awards on January 22, 2026, at The Breakers Palm Beach in Florida.
Eligible Moments for 2025
The following eleven events from Thoroughbred racing in North America have been nominated for the Moment of the Year:
- May 2 – #cheeroaks: Godolphin homebred Good Cheer wins the Kentucky Oaks, remaining undefeated through seven lifetime starts.
- July 19 – #journalismhaskell: Journalism secures his third Grade 1 win of 2025 in the Haskell Stakes, adding to his victories in the Preakness and Santa Anita Derby.
- August 23 – #sovereigntytravers: Sovereignty triumphs by 10 lengths in the Travers Stakes, marking his fourth consecutive graded stakes win, including three Grade 1s.
- August 30 – #fiercenesspacific: Champion Fierceness overcomes early race trouble to win the Pacific Classic, piloted by Hall of Fame jockey John Velazquez.
- October 31 – #tedisperfect: Ted Noffey completes an undefeated campaign by winning the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile, ending the year perfect in four starts.
- November 1 – #foreverclassic: Forever Young becomes the first Japanese-bred and based horse to win the Breeders’ Cup Classic, defeating the previous year’s winner, Sierra Leone, by half a length.
- November 2 – #flavienwins7: Jockey Flavien Prat sets a NYRA single-card record by riding seven winners in ten mounts on closing day of the Belmont at the Big A meet.
How to Vote
Fans can participate in the voting process by following these steps:
- Visit the NTRA website.
- Enter a valid email address in the provided field.
- Select the moment you wish to vote for from the list of nominees.
- Click ‘Submit’ to cast your vote.
Voting will remain open through January 15, 2026. Fans are permitted to vote for multiple moments, but each moment can only be voted for once per email address. Votes received after the deadline will not be counted.
About the Eclipse Awards
The Eclipse Awards are presented annually by the NTRA, Daily Racing Form, and the National Turf Writers and Broadcasters. They honor the outstanding achievements in Thoroughbred racing, including Horse of the Year, Champion 2-Year-Old Male and Female, and various other categories. The 55th annual Eclipse Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on January 22, 2026, at The Breakers Palm Beach in Florida.
Background on the NTRA Moment of the Year
The NTRA Moment of the Year award recognizes significant events in Thoroughbred racing that have captured the public’s attention and imagination. Previous winners have included remarkable performances, historic achievements, and moments that have had a lasting impact on the sport. The award is determined by fan voting, emphasizing the importance of public engagement in recognizing and celebrating the sport’s most memorable moments.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the NTRA Moment of the Year award?
The NTRA Moment of the Year award recognizes significant events in Thoroughbred racing that have captured the public’s attention and imagination. Previous winners have included remarkable performances, historic achievements, and moments that have had a lasting impact on the sport. The award is determined by fan voting, emphasizing the importance of public engagement in recognizing and celebrating the sport’s most memorable moments.
How can I vote for the 2025 Moment of the Year?
Fans can participate in the voting process by visiting the NTRA website, entering a valid email address, selecting the moment they wish to vote for from the list of nominees, and clicking ‘Submit’ to cast their vote. Voting will remain open through January 15, 2026. Fans are permitted to vote for multiple moments, but each moment can only be voted for once per email address. Votes received after the deadline will not be counted.
When and where will the Eclipse Awards ceremony take place?
The 55th annual Eclipse Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on January 22, 2026, at The Breakers Palm Beach in Florida. The FanDuel Racing-NTRA Moment of the Year award will be presented during this event.
Can I vote for multiple moments?
Yes, fans are permitted to vote for multiple moments. However, each moment can only be voted for once per email address. Subsequent votes from the same email address for the same moment will be disqualified. Votes received after the deadline will not be counted.
How are the nominees for the Moment of the Year selected?
The nominees are selected to illustrate a wide range of human emotions and achievements, as well as outstanding displays of equine athleticism. The selection process aims to highlight the most memorable, significant, and reflective events from the last 12 months of Thoroughbred racing in North America.
Key Features of the 2025 NTRA Moment of the Year
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Nominee Events | Eleven significant events from Thoroughbred racing in North America in 2025. |
| Voting Period | Open through January 15, 2026. |
| Voting Methods | Via NTRA website and X (formerly Twitter); each retweet or use of the official hashtag counts as one vote. |
| Award Presentation | During the 55th annual Eclipse Awards on January 22, 2026, at The Breakers Palm Beach in Florida. |
| Eligibility | Fans can vote for multiple moments, but each moment can only be voted for once per email address. Votes received after the deadline will not be counted. |
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