Horse Race Victory: Sovereignty Triumphs over Journalism in the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga
Let's talk about the 2025 Belmont Stakes! This year's race took place at the muddy tracks of Saratoga Race Course, with Sovereignty, the Kentucky Derby champion, coming out on top. The horse managed to secure victory with a time of 2 minutes and 69 tenths of a second.
It was quite the battle between Sovereigny, Journalism (the Preakness winner), Baeza, Rodriguez, Hill Road, Heart of Honor, Uncaged, and Crudo – in that exact order! You're probably wondering, "How did Journalism finish second in both the Derby and the Belmont, yet lose out to Sovereignty?" Well, Sovereigny showed some serious athleticism and made a fantastic late kick to top Journalism after the two had been neck and neck for most of the race.
In the aftermath of the Belmont, it's clear that both Sovereignty and Journalism are powerhouses in the Triple Crown series, even if a Triple Crown title wasn't in the cards for Sovereigny due to skipping the Preakness Stakes. The future looks bright for both champions, with significant races likely on the horizon for both horses!
It's important to note that the Belmont Stakes saw some unusual circumstances this year, with the race being held at Saratoga Race Course instead of its usual home at Belmont Park on Long Island. Renovations were making adjustments to the track on Long Island, leading to the shift.
As for Sovereighty's next moves, Bill Mott, the trainer for the champion horse, mentioned that he'd be interested in taking another crack at the Travers Stakes, a major race for three-year-olds that takes place at the end of the Saratoga Race Meet. With a potential rematch between Journalism and Sovereignty on the cards, it's certain to be a thrilling race!
So, buckle up and get ready for some more horse racing excitement! You never know what twists and turns these incredible athletes are going to bring. Remember to stay informed by following AP horse racing at apnews.com/hub/horse-racing.
Note: Sources: 1. NYRA Press Release, 2. DRF News, 3. Daily Racing Form, 4. CBS Sports
Racing enthusiasts might find the Travers Stakes particularly exciting, as Sovereignty, the 2025 Belmont Stakes champion, has shown interest in participating. This three-year-old race, held at the Saratoga Race Course, could potentially feature a rematch between Sovereigny and Journalism, who put on quite a show in the Belmont Stakes.
