Aqueduct Racetrack will host the prestigious Gotham Stakes, a key Kentucky Derby qualifying race, this weekend. The event draws some of the nation’s top three-year-olds, all vying for critical Derby points and early-season glory. As a recognized fixture on the road to Churchill Downs, the Gotham Stakes offers fans a first look at rising stars in thoroughbred racing. Gates open Saturday, with post time set for the afternoon. Racing enthusiasts and newcomers alike are encouraged to attend this landmark event.