Renegade remains favorite for 158th running of Belmont Stakes

Renegade continues to be the frontrunner for the 158th running of the Belmont Stakes, which is set to take place at Saratoga Race Course in upstate New York. With just over six hours remaining until post time, Renegade, trained by Todd Pletcher, has seen his odds decrease to 8-5 after initially opening at 2-1 on the morning line.

The field for the Belmont Stakes is shaping up to be competitive, with Derby winner Golden Tempo, Chief Wallabee, Commandment, and Emerging Market all listed at 5-1. The long shots in the race include Powershift at 12-1, Growth Equity at 13-1, Ottinho at 19-1, and Vitruvian Man at 20-1.

This year’s Belmont Stakes holds special significance as it marks the final time the race will be held at Saratoga Race Course before returning to its traditional home at Belmont Park next year. The historic race has been a highlight of the horse racing calendar, attracting top contenders and enthusiastic fans from around the world.

Golden Tempo’s victory in the Kentucky Derby made trainer Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Derby winner. A Saratoga Springs native, DeVaux began her training career at the track and is now looking to make history once again by winning the Belmont Stakes.

As the excitement builds for the Belmont Stakes, horse racing fans are eagerly anticipating a thrilling race that will showcase the talent and skill of the top contenders. Stay tuned for all the latest updates and coverage of the Belmont Stakes on AP horse racing: https://apnews.com/hub/horse-racing.