Anthony Nunes, a three-time champion trainer, has seized the lead in the 2025 championship standings after a phenomenal weekend that saw his stable score three impressive victories.

The winning began on Saturday, February 22, 2025, when Barnaby dominated the $2 million Chairman’s Trophy, crossing the wire in a scorching 1:31.2. Before that, Nunes had Allegiance winning a $1.19-million Restricted Stakes contest, demonstrating the depth and strength of his stable.

This victories were followed by another impressive win on Sunday, when Tiz Tok triumphed in the prestigious $1.25-million Lindy Delapenha Trophy. These three victories propelled Nunes to the top of the standings, with total earnings of $8,415,600.

Prior to the weekend’s events, Nunes was trailing defending champion Jason DaCosta by $1,368,350, with earnings of $5,315,150. However, Nunes’ trio of wins, including two in higher-rated races, enabled him to leapfrog DaCosta and take the lead.

DaCosta, who secured two wins with Big Pop and Girvano, now trails Nunes by $235,650. While DaCosta has achieved 10 wins from 55 starts, Nunes has secured nine victories from 51 starts.

The thrilling championship race is heating up, with the Classic races on the horizon. As the 2025 season continues, all eyes will be on Nunes and DaCosta as they battle for supremacy.

Nunes’ impressive weekend has set the tone for an exciting championship chase, and fans are eagerly anticipating the next round of races. Will Nunes maintain his lead, or will DaCosta mount a comeback? The suspense is building, and the 2025 racing season promises to be an unforgettable one.