Nominations for the 2026 Sweetwater Downs Futurity, Derby and Maturity are due November 1, 2025.

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By Leann Noguera, StallioneSearch

EVANSTON, WY–OCTOBER 13, 2025–Nominations for the 2026 Sweetwater Downs Futurity, Derby, and Maturity are due November 1, 2025.

The $100,000-added 350-yard Sweetwater Downs Futurity is for American Quarter Horse foals of 2024. CLICK HERE to download a 2026 Sweetwater Downs Futurity Nomination Blank.

The $75,000-added 400-yard Sweetwater Downs Derby is for American Quarter Horse foals of 2023. CLICK HERE to download a 2026 Sweetwater Downs Derby Nomination Blank.

The $50,000-added 400-yard Sweetwater Downs Maturity is for American Quarter Horse foals of 2022 and older. CLICK HERE to visit the main site, where the nominations form will be added soon.

No deductions from horsemen's payments for advertising or administrative costs. One-hundred percent (100%) of all fees are paid out to horsemen in the finals purse.

Checks must be postmarked and mailed no later than November 1, 2025.

All three races will be held at Sweetwater Downs in Rock Springs, Wyoming. For additional information, visit the track's website at https://www.horsepalace.win/live-racing.

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