The excitement is rising among racing fans as internationally renowned jockey Javier Castellano will compete in the highly anticipated Mouttet Mile.

Castellano, celebrated for his remarkable achievements on the global stage, will be aboard the Port Royal Sprint-winning horse Rideallday, bringing an extra measure of prestige to the event.

Castellano, a Hall-of-Fame jockey, known for his skill, experience, and competitive spirit, boasts multiple major wins, including victories at the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Breeders’ Cup. His decision to debut at Caymanas Park aboard Rideallday has generated widespread anticipation both locally and abroad.

Castellano expressed his anticipation for riding in the Caymanas Park’s marquee race day.

“I’m very excited to be part of a great day of racing at Caymanas Park and the opportunity to ride in the Mouttet Mile and on a nice horse in Rideallday. Grateful for the opportunity from all the connections. It’s going to be an awesome day,” Castellano said in press released from Caymanas Park.

Solomon Sharpe, executive chairman of Supreme Ventures Racing and Entertainment Limited (SVREL), echoed the hype.

“We are excited to welcome Javier Castellano to Caymanas Park for the Mouttet Mile. Based on the entrants in this year’s Mouttet Mile, it’s poised to be a very competitive race. Rideallday gave us a glimpse of his capabilities when he took the Port Royal Sprint earlier this month, earning an automatic entry to the Mouttet Mile. With an internationally experienced jockey like Castellano in the saddle, we may see an even better performance come December 6. What we’re sure of is that with the level of competition among all the contenders, punters are in for a treat. We encourage the fans to come out to watch this high-quality race live right here at Caymanas Park,” Sharpe stated.

The Mouttet Mile, scheduled for December 6, is one of the Caribbean’s most prestigious horse racing events with a US$300,000 purse, drawing top contenders and elite talent worldwide. The 2025 staging is anticipated to attract large crowds, media coverage, and global attention to Jamaica’s racing circuit, post-Hurricane Melissa recovery.

Rideallday (ian Spence) easily wins the Port Royal Sprint on Sunday, November 16, 2025. (Photo: Karl Mclarty)

Funcaandun (#8-Robert Halledeen) gets up in the nick of time to beat Legacy Isle (Emisael Jaramillo) in the Mouttet Mile on Saturday, December 7, 2024.

Trainer Philip Feanny (left) and then owner Solomon Sharpe watch the replay of Rideallday winning the Port Royal Sprint on Sunday, November 16, 2025. (Photo: Karl Mclarty)