The NMSF Quarter Horse Futurity and Derby sustaining payments are due by April 15th.

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by Leann Noguera/StallioneSearch

ALBUQUERQUE, NM–APRIL 8, 2025–The New Mexico Quarter Horse Breeders Association issued a reminder on Tuesday that sustaining payments for the New Mexico State Fair Futurity and Derby are due by April 15th.

The 2025 New Mexico State Fair Quarter Horse Futurity is a 400-yard stakes race for two-year-old New Mexico-bred horses that have been nominated. The estimated purse for the Futurity finals is $1,200,000, in which the trials will take place on September 19th.

Similarly, the 2025 New Mexico State Fair Quarter Horse Derby is also a 400-yard stakes race but is for three-year-old New Mexico-bred horses that have been nominated. The estimated purse for the Derby finals is $500,000, and trials are scheduled for September 20th.

The finals for both races will be held at The Downs in Albuquerque on October 12th. A sustaining payment of $800 is required for each race, and this payment must be submitted by April 15th.

CLICK HERE to download the NMSF QH Futurity nomination form.
CLICK HERE to download the NMSF QH Derby nomination form.

For more information contact the Horsemen’s Bookkeeper/Nomination Secretary, Danielle Sena at 505-266-5555, Ext. 7610 or email danielles@abqdowns.com

ABOUT THE NMHBA
The New Mexico Horse Breeders’ Association promotes the breeding, racing, and ethical treatment of American Quarter Horses and Thoroughbreds in the state. Established in 1961, this non-profit corporation has served as the backbone to an agricultural industry that is a long-standing tradition in New Mexico. The NMHBA also serves as the official registrar for New Mexico-bred horses. It also administers a legislative-mandated incentive fund, which encourages the expansion of the industry and improves the quality of performing athletes. More than ever, horses bred in New Mexico are competitive on a national level and are internationally recognized for their accomplishments. Visit https://nmhorsebreeders.com/ to find out more.

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