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Whether you’re an experienced bettor or a first-timer, you may have probably already heard of the Triple Crown. The Belmont Stakes is famous for being the final leg of the Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing.
Belmont Stakes holds numerous wonders for spectators and bettors alike. This page covers its fun facts, history, and how you can bet on the race. It contains what bettors need to know as you head into a big day of racing and betting at Belmont Park.
What Is the Belmont Stakes?
Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing contains three races: the Kentucky Derby, then the Preakness Stakes, and lastly, the topic of this page. The final leg of the Triple Crown series earned the nickname the “Test of the Champions.”
After the three-year-old thoroughbreds race in the Kentucky Derby, if they win, they’ll proceed to the Preakness Stakes. The winners of the second leg will now race in the Belmont Stakes. If the contenders win all three races, they’ll be awarded the Triple Crown. To know there will be among the horses awarded such a prestige award, they would have to find out at the Belmont Stakes.
How Long Is the Race?
Belmont Stakes, the last leg of the Triple Crown series, is the longest out of the three races. Contenders have to race at 1 ½ mile or 12 furlongs. Speed and stamina are a must for the thoroughbreds in the field to hold up for at least two and half minutes and claim their prize.
When searching for a horse to bet on, be sure to learn more about their odds and if they show signs of stamina and great speed that can perform well on the “Big Sandy.”
When Is the Race?
Triple Crown is a U.S. race with bountiful tradition. So, traditionally, the final and third leg is run after three weeks of the second leg, the Preakness Stakes. This year, the three-year-old thoroughbred will race on a Saturday, June 11, 2022.
Where Can I Watch It?
You can watch this exciting sport and bet on it in the great city of New York, Long Island. Belmont Park is relatively easy to locate; it’s just at the corner of Queens and Nassau counties. Don’t worry if you bring a car since you can park it in the plenty of parking spaces Long Island offers. Of course, if you don’t feel like driving, you can always take the subway.
If you don’t like traveling, there’s good news. You can watch it on your television or on several websites on the Internet. You don’t have to commute so far away and enter Belmont Park; you can watch it in the comfort of your home.
History of Belmont Stakes
Organizers ran the first Belmont Stakes race in 1867 at Jerome Park, Bronx. The location has been moved several times around New York City. Until 1905, the race was held at Morris Park. Since then, the race was moved to the current location, Belmont Park in Elmont.
What To Expect in Belmont Stakes 2022
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the venue for the Belmont Stakes in 2020 and 2021 was limited. With the ease of the pandemic this year, everything is set in perfect order for fans to watch the show on June 11, 2022.
Organizers of the race offer fans and bettors like you plenty of ticking options, including Box Seats, general admission, and Premium experiences. Be sure to grab yours before it gets sold out!
How To Place Wagers in Horse Racing
Betting on the thoroughbreds can be pretty straightforward, but it can also be quite complex. If you want to go for the safest and simple bets, you can place a win or a place. But if you’re going to bet more than once, you can also bet on the exotic types of bets. The following explains the standard and exotic bets you can place in horse racing.
Straight Bets
● Win – is incredibly straightforward. It’s the common and popular bet on the market. It is betting on what horse you think will win first place.
● Place – is betting on the horse you think will finish in first or second place in the race. The winnings aren’t as big as a win bet, but it still has a nice hit.
● Show – is when the horse chooses places first, second, or third. If you think a horse will do well in the race, but you aren’t sure which position they’re going to place, show bets are perfect. It’s ideal for first-timers and unsure bettors.
Exotic Bets
● Exacta – Involves picking two horses that will win in first and second place respectively. Undoubtedly, the payout in exacta is higher.
● Trifecta – Bettors have to predict the top three finishers of the Belmont Stakes in correct order. Indeed, it isn’t easy to predict the top three; it’s why trifecta has a big payout.
● Superfecta – Much more difficult than the trifecta, superfecta involves you picking the top four finishers of the race in the correct sequence.
Final Thoughts
After a wild race at the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, we hope that the Belmont Stakes this year will also have us at the edge of our seats, especially when you’re thinking of betting. Earn big this June 11 by reading more about the race.
