The Lukas Classic Stakes is a Grade II American Thoroughbred horse race for three years old and older, over a distance of 1+1⁄8 miles on the dirt held annually in September at Churchill Downs, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Racing Hall of Fame horse trainer D. Wayne Lukas.
Churchill Downs administration indicated that the change of name to Lukas Classic was "to salute Lukas' accomplishments, contributions and influence on Churchill Downs, the Kentucky Derby and Oaks, and the horse industry.
"[2] Lukas has won the Kentucky Derby and the Oaks four times apiece.
[3] In 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, Churchill Downs did not schedule the event in their updated meeting.