Each of the Triple Crown classics started as a race that was grounded in the history of its distinct location, a celebration of the sporting tradition of its region. Their union into one accomplishment came with its share of fits and starts, an evolution that was both influenced by and influential to decisions that made them the Triple Crown.
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Where to Watch/Listen: Preakness Stakes Week 2026
Horse racing carries major momentum going into the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes Saturday, May 16 at Laurel Park, even with the announcement that Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve winner Golden Te
Trainer Gargan, Owners Hope Patience Pays Off With Talkin in Preakness
To Derby or not to Derby. It’s an interesting predicament facing trainers who have horses “on the cusp” of the leaderboard earning points to be a Kentucky Derby contender. Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas was famous for his, “You can't win it if you're not in it” philosophy.
The Vase, a Vane, and a Blanket: Three Timeless Traditions Define the Preakness
Named for the first winner of Pimlico’s original race, the Preakness Stakes occupies a special place in the heart of the American turf. This 1 3/16-mile classic asks 3-year-olds to try a distance just a sixteenth of a mile shorter than the 1 ¼-mile Kentucky Derby, a test of their stamina, conditioning, and heart two weeks after the first jewel of the Triple Crown.
