Santa Anita's winter meet began with top 3-year-olds racing in the Nysos and Malibu Stakes.

The Santa Anita Park racing season opened with the Nysos Stakes and Malibu Stakes drawing top contenders, marking the start of the winter meet. Both races featured high-profile 3-year-old horses competing on the synthetic track, with the Malibu Stakes serving as a key prep for the upcoming Santa Anita Derby. The events drew strong fields and significant attention from fans and bettors alike.