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About Belmont Stakes

The Belmont Stakes is one of the most prestigious Thoroughbred horse races in the United States and the third and final leg of the American Triple Crown, following the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes. First held in 1867, it is the oldest of the three Triple Crown races and is traditionally run at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York. The race is contested by three-year-old Thoroughbred horses and is widely regarded as one of the most challenging events in horse racing due to its demanding distance and elite competition. The Belmont Stakes is held annually in early June, with the exact date varying slightly from year to year. If a horse wins both the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes, the Belmont becomes the decisive race in the quest to capture the coveted Triple Crown, making it one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year. Race day attracts thousands of spectators and millions of television viewers. Fans enjoy a full day of horse racing, entertainment, and ceremonies culminating in the presentation of the Belmont Stakes trophy to the winning owner, trainer, and jockey. Throughout its history, the race has produced some of the sport's most memorable moments, including several Triple Crown champions whose victories secured their place in racing history. A common misconception is that the Belmont Stakes is the oldest continuously run sporting event in the United States. While it is the oldest race in the Triple Crown and one of the nation's oldest major sporting events, several other sporting competitions predate it. Today, the Belmont Stakes remains the ultimate test of endurance and excellence for America's top three-year-old Thoroughbred racehorses.

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