The Belmont Stakes is back for its 157th race! It’s the last part of the Triple Crown, which includes the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes. This year, it will take place at Saratoga Race Course on June 7, 2025. The race will be slightly shorter at 1¼ miles because Belmont Park is undergoing reconstruction.
Now, let’s look at the top contenders for the 2025 Belmont Stakes!
Sovereignty made a big splash by winning the Kentucky Derby after coming from behind. He skipped the Preakness to rest and train at Saratoga. With trainer Bill Mott and jockey Junior Alvarado, he looks ready for a strong performance in the Belmont. Fans can’t wait to see if he can win again!
Journalism finished second in the Derby, just behind Sovereignty, and then won the Preakness Stakes! If he stays healthy, he plans to race in the Belmont, setting up an exciting rematch with Sovereignty. Can Journalism win this time?
Baeza: The Silent Threat
Baeza took third place in the Derby, only a neck behind Journalism! He skipped the Preakness, so he’ll come into the Belmont fresh. With top jockey Flavien Prat and a strong family background (his half-brother won the Derby!), Baeza could surprise everyone on race day.
Rodriguez: The Speed Machine
Rodriguez showed impressive speed in the Wood Memorial Stakes, winning easily. A hoof injury kept him out of the Derby and Preakness, but he’s back now. Known for running fast early, he could take the lead right away. He’ll be ridden by Mike Smith, a Hall of Fame jockey who has won the Belmont three times.
Other Horses to Watch
The 2025 Belmont Stakes promises to be an exciting race with fast runners, closers, and experienced horses. Save the date for June 7 and get ready to cheer for your favourite horse at Saratoga!
The main contenders for the 2025 Belmont Stakes are Sovereignty, the Kentucky Derby winner; Journalism, the Preakness champion; Baeza, who came in third in the Derby; and Rodriguez, the Wood Memorial winner. Other horses to watch include Hill Road, Heart of Honor, and Final Gambit.
Sovereignty is a strong favourite because he won the Kentucky Derby and chose to rest instead of running in the Preakness. His speed, experienced trainer Bill Mott, and careful preparation make him a top choice.
The 2025 Belmont Stakes will be 1¼ miles long instead of the usual 1½ miles. This change is due to construction at Belmont Park, so this year's race will be held at Saratoga Race Course.
The 157th Belmont Stakes will be on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Saratoga Race Course in New York. The venue change is temporary while Belmont Park is being renovated.
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