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Napoleon Solo wins 151st Preakness Stakes
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Napoleon Solo wins 151st Preakness Stakes

https://www.foxnews.com/sports/151st-preakness-stakes-winnerhttps://sports.yahoo.com/horse-racing/article/preakness-stakes-2026-payout-how-much-did-napoleon-solo-earn-by-claiming-second-triple-crown-race-143737984.htmlhttps://www.on3.com/teams/kentucky-wildcats/news/napoleon-solo-wins-preakness-stakes-151/
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  • Napoleon Solo holds off Iron Honor to win 151st Preakness Stakes, in a tight stretch, for a decisive victory at Laurel Park.
  • Golden Tempo, the Kentucky Derby winner, did not compete, helping create a wide-open 14-horse field at Laurel Park for the Preakness.
  • Napoleon Solo paid $17.80 on a $2 bet, underscoring the upset at a longshot price in a field that included Taj Mahal and Iron Honor.
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Cherie DeVaux helps explain trend of Kentucky Derby winners skipping Preakness
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sports1d ago

Cherie DeVaux helps explain trend of Kentucky Derby winners skipping Preakness

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7276593/2026/05/15/cherie-devaux-kentucky-derby-preakness-triple-crown/
Nytimes.com
  • Golden Tempo will skip the Preakness after winning the Kentucky Derby, continuing a recent pattern of Derby winners not entering the middle leg.
  • Cherie DeVaux argues the two-week turnaround between Derby and Preakness is too tight for most horses to peak again.
  • Genaro notes that breeding trends toward speed and shorter race distances may influence Derby winners' decisions about the Triple Crown.
  • Regulatory oversight has tightened, making it harder to race a horse on a short rest between races.
  • DeVaux emphasizes decisions are for the horse's career over immediate money or prestige.
  • Genaro argues the Belmont may be more viable than a longer 12-furlong Belmont after recent schedule changes.
  • The Horse Racing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) oversight has influenced regulatory practices but isn’t the sole factor in Derby-Preakness plans.
  • DeVaux notes the Belmont remains a potential target if the horse progresses through the other legs.
  • The Derby-Preakness pattern has shifted since 2019, with Derby winners skipping the Preakness more often than not.
  • The decision-making centers on each horse's health, schedule, and long-term goals rather than immediate Triple Crown success.
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Preakness could soon move later, to 3 weeks after the Kentucky Derby. That might not be enough
#3 out of 6
sports1d ago

Preakness could soon move later, to 3 weeks after the Kentucky Derby. That might not be enough

https://www.nbcsports.com/horse-racing/news/preakness-could-soon-move-later-to-3-weeks-after-the-kentucky-derby-that-might-not-be-enough
Nbcsports.com
  • Maryland officials are considering moving the Preakness from two weeks to three after the Derby.
  • Experts say an extra week may not be enough to benefit top horses or boost interest.
  • The plan would require cooperation among states, media partners and race organizers.
  • The Maryland Jockey Club anticipates resolving media rights and scheduling as soon as 2027.
  • Brown argues a longer gap could be inevitable for health and longevity of horses.
  • Belmont and NYRA officials would need to align on calendar changes if the Preakness shifts.
  • Sovereignty’s Belmont win is cited as an example of legacy outcomes with longer gaps.
  • Media exposure remains a driving factor in potential calendar changes.
  • The Preakness could relocate to Pimlico in 2027 after a period at Laurel Park.
  • The change aims to address the balance between Derby results, health, and fan interest.
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#4
El Preakness en Laurel Park lo tiene todo, menos al ganador del Derby de Kentucky
#4 out of 6
sports11h ago

El Preakness en Laurel Park lo tiene todo, menos al ganador del Derby de Kentucky

https://apnews.com/article/preakness-stakes-e93418ac421198cfbbde727f58a0fad2
Apnews.com
  • The 151st Preakness Stakes is running at Laurel Park, not Pimlico, due to ongoing renovations.
  • No clear Derby winner is favored, with six horses at 8-1 or shorter odds.
  • Laurel’s shorter final stretch may favor local contender Taj Mahal, who is undefeated there.
  • Brittany Russell trains Taj Mahal and hopes to complete a Triple Crown bid on his home turf.
  • Whit Beckman’s Ocelli is a Derby contender aiming to build on his assets despite a long odds history.
  • Chad Brown notes the race remains highly competitive despite Golden Tempo’s spotlight.
  • The race could spark a future star, with Brown suggesting the Preakness may reveal a horse’s breakout campaign.
  • DeVaux became the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner two weeks earlier.
  • Laurel Park hosts the race while Pimlico undergoes reconstruction, with plans to return to Pimlico in 2028.
  • Chastened by the field, experts emphasize the broader significance of the Preakness for the sport this year.
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Relive 5 Incredible Preakness Stakes Triple Crown Races
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sports9h ago

Relive 5 Incredible Preakness Stakes Triple Crown Races

https://www.on3.com/teams/kentucky-wildcats/news/relive-5-incredible-preakness-stakes-triple-crown-races/
On3.com
  • The 1:53 2/5 clock time controversy at Secretariat's Preakness win sparked media debate.
  • Sunday Silence and Easy Goer produced a famed nose finish that defined the era.
  • Afleet Alex’s late surge thwarted a dramatic potential upset after Scrappy T went wide.
  • Justify’s foggy 2018 Preakness backdrop challenged camera crews and viewers alike.
  • Journalism’s near-miss in the field highlighted how late-race moves can redefine outcomes.
  • Historical finishes continue to influence modern breeding trends and international interest.
  • Preakness highlights include dramatic lead changes and close finishes that live on in memory.
  • The 2005 Preakness showcased Afleet Alex’s remarkable athleticism in the stretch run.
  • The piece preserves historical context around the Preakness’ evolving record-keeping and media narrative.
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#6
The Woodlawn Vase, Trophy for the Preakness Stakes, Originates from Kentucky
#6 out of 6
sports5h ago

The Woodlawn Vase, Trophy for the Preakness Stakes, Originates from Kentucky

https://www.on3.com/teams/kentucky-wildcats/news/woodlawn-vase-trophy-preakness-stakes-originates-from-kentucky/
On3.com
  • The Woodlawn Vase origins trace back to Kentucky just before the Civil War, created for the Woodlawn Classic.
  • The vase became the official trophy of the Preakness Stakes in 1917 after ownership changes.
  • The vase’s value is considered priceless, with modern appraisals placing it north of $4 million.
  • The Woodlawn Vase is displayed at the Baltimore Museum of Art for most of the year.
  • Churchill Downs may pursue a deal to acquire the Preakness Stakes, potentially returning the Vase to Kentucky.
  • The Vase’s origin story includes Civil War-era secrecy to protect the trophy from soldiers.
  • The trophy’s journey included being owned in New York before its Preakness tenure began in 1917.
  • Woodlawn Vase marks one of North America’s most ornate and valuable trophies in sports.
  • The article connects the Vase’s Kentucky roots to broader coverage of Kentucky sports.
  • The Woodlawn Vase’s possible relocation would represent a major shift for the Preakness Trophy.
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