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Illness to Delay Golden Tempo's Return Until Travers

Sun, 06/28/2026 - 03:00
An illness has delayed training preparations for Kentucky Derby (G1) and Belmont Stakes (G1) winner Golden Tempo ​​​​​​​and will prevent a start in the Aug. 1 Jim Dandy Stakes (G2) at Saratoga Race Course.

Video Interview: MJC President Knauf Outlines Plans

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 21:00
Bill Knauf, president of the Maryland Jockey Club, discusses issues of interest in this video forwarded from the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association. Knauf answers a number of questions from horsemen.

Maryland Buys Out Churchill's Interest in the Preakness

Fri, 06/19/2026 - 03:00
As the new Maryland Jockey Club moves forward, it will have complete control, rights, and benefits of the Preakness Stakes (G1), which industry and political leaders in the state believe will be crucial for success.

Alvarado Fined, Suspended Over Belmont Riding-Crop Use

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 21:00
New York stewards fine jockey Junior Alvarado $3,000 and suspend him for three racing days for exceeding the permitted number of strikes from his riding crop in guiding Chief Wallabee to a fourth-place finish in the June 6 Belmont Stakes (G1).

Golden Tempo Solidifies Top Spot in NTRA 3YO Poll

Tue, 06/09/2026 - 15:00
Following his Belmont Stakes (G1) win, Golden Tempo received all 29 first-place votes in the National Thoroughbred Racing Association's Top 3-Year-Old Poll. Met Mile (G1) winner Nysos takes over top spot in NTRA's Top Thoroughbred Poll.

Dollars & Sense: New Approach, Strong Belmont Wagering

Tue, 06/09/2026 - 15:00
Dollars & Sense with Frank Angst looks at an impressive increase in handle for the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival despite a decrease in wagering from CAW players.

BH Monday: Golden Tempo Triumphs in Belmont Stakes

Tue, 06/09/2026 - 00:00
On June 8 episode of BloodHorse Monday: Golden Tempo's assistant trainer and exercise rider Enrique Miranda on adding the Belmont Stakes to his Kentucky Derby victory; America Cryo Equine's Louise Livermore discusses their equine therapy products.

Curtain Comes Down on Belmont's Stay at Saratoga

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 00:00
As the Belmont Stakes' (G1) three-year residency at Saratoga Race Course comes to an end, New York Racing Association CEO and president Dave O'Rourke has some thank-yous for the classic's temporary home.

Golden Tempo Headed to Jim Dandy, Travers at Saratoga

Sun, 06/07/2026 - 18:00
The year may be halfway over, but Golden Tempo seems a lot more than halfway to being crowned the champion 3-year-old male.

Belmont Stakes 158

Sun, 06/07/2026 - 18:00
Golden Tempo wins the 2026 Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., June 6, 2026.

All-Sources Handle on Belmont Stakes Dips; Card Rises

Sun, 06/07/2026 - 06:00
All-sources handle for the Belmont Stakes, which was carded as race 13 of 14, was $50,876,383, a dip from last year's $55,456,793.

Golden Tempo Quiets Doubters in Belmont Stakes

Sun, 06/07/2026 - 06:00
Golden Tempo, who sprung a 23-1 upset in the Kentucky Derby (G1) five weeks ago at Churchill Downs and skipped the Preakness Stakes (G1), used his same late-running style to capture the $2 million Belmont Stakes (G1) June 6 at Saratoga Race Course.

Golden Tempo Doubles Up in Belmont Stakes

Sun, 06/07/2026 - 00:00
Golden Tempo, who sprung a 23-1 upset in the Kentucky Derby (G1) five weeks ago at Churchill Downs and skipped the Preakness Stakes (G1), used his same late-running style to capture the $2 million Belmont Stakes (G1) June 6 at Saratoga Race Course.

Renegade Heavily Favored in Early Belmont Wagering

Sat, 06/06/2026 - 18:00
The betting public has already spoken in regards to the June 6 Belmont Stakes (G1). The Kentucky Derby (G1) runner-up stands as the clear favorite in the win pool as of 10:30 a.m. ET June 6.

Stone Farm's 50 Years of Breeding Excellence Continues

Sat, 06/06/2026 - 12:00
Stone Farm's legendary half-century history of producing top racehorses—steeped in the Hancock family's renowned Kentucky breeding heritage—continues with Growth Equity.

Renegade Even-Money Favorite in Early Belmont Wagering

Sat, 06/06/2026 - 00:00
The betting public has already spoken in regards to the June 6 Belmont Stakes (G1). The Kentucky Derby (G1) runner-up stands as a heavy even-money favorite in the win pool as of 7 p.m. ET June 5.

Kentucky Derby Stars Have a New York State of Mind

Sat, 06/06/2026 - 00:00
Once upon a time, the Preakness Stakes (G1) used to be an encore in Baltimore. A collection of top finishers in the Kentucky Derby (G1) would move on to Pimlico Race Course to continue old or new rivalries in the Preakness. But not anymore.

Commandment at 6-1 the Value Play of the Belmont

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 18:00
The Road, presented by Gainesway and WinStar Farm

Mott Eyes Back-to-Back Belmont Wins

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 12:00
Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott looks to win two Belmont Stakes (G1) in a row with Chief Wallabee. He scored last year with eventual Horse of the Year Sovereignty.

FOX Brings Viewership Options, Technology to Belmont

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 00:00
There is a narrative that the Thoroughbred industry is in decline. But if recent viewership numbers of Triple Crown races are any indication, that narrative is wrong. FOX Sports looks to continue the upswing with the June 6 Belmont Stakes (G1).

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