Belmont Stakes 2024: Uncovering the Excitement

A Guide to the 156th Running of the Belmont Stakes

The BELMONT STAKES is an American Grade I stakes race for three-year-old Thoroughbreds, run at BELMONT PARK in Elmont, New York. The event is nicknamed "The Test of the Champion" and is the traditional third and final leg of the Triple Crown. This year, the Belmont Stakes 2024 promises to be an exciting event, with a star-studded lineup of horses and riders. The Belmont Stakes 2024 will take place on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at SARATOGA RACE COURSE in Saratoga Springs, New York. The event will be contested at 1.25 miles, rather than the usual 1.5 miles, due to renovation work at BELMONT PARK. A total of 10 horses will be competing in the Belmont Stakes 2024, including the winners of the first two Triple Crown legs. The event will be broadcast live on television and can be streamed online. One of the most anticipated horses in the Belmont Stakes 2024 is Mystik Dan, the Kentucky Derby winner. Other notable entries include Sierra Leone, the current favorite to win the event. In recent news, Dornoch won the Belmont Stakes 2024 in a stunning upset, holding off favorites Mindframe and Sierra Leone. The event marked a turning point in the history of the Belmont Stakes, with Dornoch emerging as the winner of the 156th running of the esteemed event. The Belmont Stakes 2024 is an event not to be missed. With its rich history and tradition of excellence, the event promises to be an unforgettable experience for horse racing enthusiasts and fans alike.